Rumex venosus

Rumex venosus
Family:Rumex venosus; Astringent; Birthing aid; Blood purifier; Kidney; Poultice; Salve; Tonic; Vulnerary.
Common name:Sour greens
The root is astringent blood purifier and tonic. A decoction has been used in the treatment of diarrhoea coughs and colds influenza pneumonia stomach aches kidney disorders gall bladder problems venereal disease and rheumatism. An infusion has been given to women to help them expel the afterbirth. The root can be dried ground into a powder and used as a dressing on burns wounds sores etc. A poultice can also be made from the fresh root for use on burns wounds sores swellings etc. An infusion of the stems and leaves has been used as a wash on sores.

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