Asteraceae (Compositae)
Annual
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses
Carduus pycnocephalus subsp. marmoratus (Boiss. & Heldr.) P.H.Davis
| System/State | Traditional Complaint/Use |
Activity / Interpretation | Traditional Preparation/ Administration |
Parts Used | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Accumulation of fluids in body; "zalal" |
Anti-hydropic | Cook plant in water & drink. |
Aerial parts | Z |
| Kidney & Urinary Tract | Kidney stones |
Anti-lithic | Cook plant in water & drink. |
Aerial parts | Z |
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The authors of FLORAPALE, (Flora Palaestina Ethnobotanical) web site do not take responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants described here. Always seek advice from a health professional before using a plant medicinally or for other purposes. See DISCLAIMER - https://florapal.org/disclaimer/
Carduus genus has species, most commonly Carduus marianum (milk thistle) that can cause abdominal bloating/pain, allergic reactions, diarrhea, gas, indigestion, itching, appetite loss, nausea, rash & severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
