Tropaeolum minus

Tropaeolum minus
Family:Tropaeolum minus; Antibiotic; Antiseptic; Aperient; Diuretic; Expectorant.
Common name:Dwarf nasturtium
The whole plant is antibiotic antiseptic aperient diuretic and expectorant. It is useful in breaking up congestion in the respiratory passages and chest during colds. The juice or tea can be used as an external or internal antiseptic. The plant has antibiotic properties towards aerobic spore forming bacteria it is also said to have a beneficial effect on the blood by promoting the formation of blood cells.

Herbal Database

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