Salvia lyrata

Salvia lyrata
Family:Salvia lyrata; Diaphoretic; Laxative; Salve; Warts.
Common name:Cancer weed;
The plant is diaphoretic and mildly laxative. It can be used in the treatment of diarrhoea coughs and colds. The fresh leaves are applied to remove warts. The plant is also a folk remedy for cancer. The leaves and seeds are made into an ointment to cure wounds and sores. The root can be used to make a salve for sores.

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