Uses
Toxic parts
Edible uses
Notes
Leaves
Seed
Material uses
Medicinal uses(Warning!)
The fruits contain a number of medically active compounds including glycosides and phytosterols[17]. They are anodyne, antibacterial, antifungal, antimalarial, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, antitussive, cytotxic, hypoglycaemic and stomachic[18][17]. They are used internally in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, catarrh, rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis, constipation, diarrhoea, lumbago, leprosy and pruritis[18][10]. They are also used externally to treat pruritis[18]. The fruits are harvested when ripe and dried for later use[18]. The root is a bitter tonic and febrifuge[16]. It has historically been used in the treatment of scrofulous tumours[3]. A decoction of the root has been used in the treatment of high fevers and to help a woman expel the afterbirth[10].
A decoction of the seeds has been used in the treatment of bladder complaints[10]. A poultice of the powdered seed has been applied as a salve on open sores[10].Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
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Forage
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Cultivation
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Polycultures & Guilds
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Descendants
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Full Data
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References
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- ? Clapham, Tootin and Warburg. Flora of the British Isles. Cambridge University Press (1962-00-00)
- ? ? Flora Europaea Cambridge University Press (1964-00-00)
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