Uses
Toxic parts
Edible uses
Notes
Roots - dried and then cooked[5]. A source of starch[4]. Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.
A further report says that the peeled stems, base of the plant, root and tubers were eaten raw by the N. American Indians, the report went on to say that this may be inadvisable[6].Root
Stem
Material uses
The infused stem is an effective fungicide against mildew, mint rust and blackspot on roses[15]. It also makes a good liquid feed[12]. Used as a hair rinse it can eliminate fleas, lice and mites[3][5]. A light pink dye is obtained from the stem[11].
The hollow stems have been used as whistles[5]. Another report says that the stem joints are pulled apart and used by children to produce a whistling sound[5].Unknown part
Medicinal uses(Warning!)
The plant is anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, haemostatic, hypotensive and styptic[147, 176. 218, 279]. It also has an appetite-stimulating effect[17]]. The barren stems are used, they are most active when fresh but can also be dried and sometimes the ashes of the pant are used[7]. The plant is a useful diuretic when taken internally and is used in the treatment of kidney and bladder problems[7]. A decoction applied externally will stop the bleeding of wounds and promote healing[7].
The plant contains polyphenolic flavonoids with bactericidal activity[18].Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
Nothing listed.
Forage
Nothing listed.
Shelter
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Propagation
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Cultivation
Plants are hardy to about -30°c[19]. The stems of this species were once exported to Britain in quantity from Holland so that they could be used as an abrasive for cleaning pots and pans[16].
Plants have a deep and penetrating root system and can be invasive. If grown in the garden they are best kept in bounds by planting them in a large container which can be sunk into the ground[19].Crops
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
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Polycultures & Guilds
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Descendants
Cultivars
Varieties
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Subspecies
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Full Data
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References
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- ? 7.07.17.27.37.47.57.6 Grieve. A Modern Herbal. Penguin ISBN 0-14-046-440-9 (1984-00-00)
- ? 8.08.18.2 F. Chittendon. RHS Dictionary of Plants plus Supplement. 1956 Oxford University Press (1951-00-00)
- ? 9.09.19.2 Uphof. J. C. Th. Dictionary of Economic Plants. Weinheim (1959-00-00)
- ? 10.010.1 Usher. G. A Dictionary of Plants Used by Man. Constable ISBN 0094579202 (1974-00-00)
- ? 11.011.111.211.3 Turner. N. J. Plants in British Columbian Indian Technology. British Columbia Provincial Museum ISBN 0-7718-8117-7 (1979-00-00)
- ? 12.012.112.2 Hatfield. A. W. How to Enjoy your Weeds. Frederick Muller Ltd ISBN 0-584-10141-4 (1977-00-00)
- ? 13.013.1 Komarov. V. L. Flora of the USSR. Israel Program for Scientific Translation (1968-00-00)
- ? 14.014.1 Stuart. Rev. G. A. Chinese Materia Medica. Taipei. Southern Materials Centre ()
- ? 15.015.1 Holtom. J. and Hylton. W. Complete Guide to Herbs. Rodale Press ISBN 0-87857-262-7 (1979-00-00)
- ? 16.016.116.216.3 Bown. D. Encyclopaedia of Herbs and their Uses. Dorling Kindersley, London. ISBN 0-7513-020-31 (1995-00-00)
- ? 17.017.117.2 Medicinal Plants in the Republic of Korea World Health Organisation, Manila ISBN 92 9061 120 0 (1998-00-00)
- ? 18.018.1 Duke. J. A. and Ayensu. E. S. Medicinal Plants of China Reference Publications, Inc. ISBN 0-917256-20-4 (1985-00-00)
- ? 19.019.119.219.3 Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. MacMillan Press ISBN 0-333-47494-5 (1992-00-00)
- ? Clapham, Tootin and Warburg. Flora of the British Isles. Cambridge University Press (1962-00-00)
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