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Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
- Common Ballota
- Horehound
- baluta galonit
- galonit metzuya
- בַּלּוּטָה גַּלּוֹנִית
- גַּלּוֹנִית מְצוּיָה
- qurtum قرطم
Chamaephyte
- Batha
- Phrygana
- Hard rock outcrops
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses
Ballota undulata (Sieber ex Fresen.) Benth.
| System/State | Traditional Complaint/Use |
Activity / Interpretation | Traditional Preparation/ Administration |
Parts Used | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastrointestinal | Inflammation stomach/ digestive tract |
Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent | Decoct aerial parts in water & drink x3 cups/day. |
Aerial parts | Z |
| Kidney & Urinary Tract | Urinary tract inflammation |
Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent | Decoct aerial parts in water & drink ? cup x3/day. |
Aerial parts | Z |
Notes
Cautions
Ballota genus has species which can affect the menstrual cycle & fertility. Should be avoided in pregnacy & lactation.
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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/
