Scrophulariaceae Cardiac Hedge hyssop

Scrophulariaceae Cardiac Hedge hyssop
Family:Scrophulariaceae Cardiac; Diuretic; Homeopathy; Purgative; Vermifuge.
Common name:Hedge hyssop
Hedge hyssop was once widely used as a medicinal herb but it is now considered to be obsolete because of its toxicity. The root and the flowering herb are cardiac diuretic violently purgative and vermifuge. The plant has been used in the treatment of liver problems enlargement of the spleen dropsy jaundice intestinal worms etc. The plant is harvested whilst in flower in the summer and dried for later use. Use with caution in excess the plant causes abortion kidney damage and bowel haemorrhage. See also the notes above on toxicity.A homeopathic remedy is made from the flowering plant. It is used in the treatment of cystitis colic and certain stomach disorders.

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