Mark Tierno's Medicinal Herbs Database |
Amaranth (Slender) |
Botanical Name |
Amaranthus, various species |
System Affected |
abdomen, astringent, bleeding, menstrual, gargle |
Properties |
Abdomen and associated organs (intestines, liver, spleen, etc.). astringent, reduces excessive bleeding during menstrual period, from diarrhea, and from bowels (drink or enema). wash for ulcers, sores, hives; gargle for throat and mouth |
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Notes |
also called: Amaranthus Viridis |
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