Tamarix gallica

Tamarix gallica
Family:Tamarix gallica; Astringent; Detergent; Diuretic; Expectorant; Laxative.
Common name:Manna plant
The branchlets and the leaves are astringent and diuretic. An external compress is applied to wounds to stop the bleeding. The manna produced on the plant is detergent expectorant and laxative. Galls produced on the plant as a result of insect damage are astringent. They are used in the treatment of diarrhoea and dysentery.

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