Xanthium spinosum

Xanthium spinosum
Family:Xanthium spinosum; Emetic; Miscellany; Styptic.
Common name:Spiny cocklebur
The whole plant is an active styptic for both local and general application. It is said to be a valuable and sure specific in the treatment of hydrophobia. The plant is also diaphoretic diuretic and sedative. An infusion of the root has been used as an emetic.

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