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Asteraceae (Compositae)
- Common Chammomile
- qakhvan matzuy
- קַחְוָן מָצוּי
- quhwan قحوان
- uqhwan اقحوان
Annual
- Batha
- Phrygana
- desert shrub-steppes
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses
Anthemis pseudocotula Boiss.
| System/State | Traditional Complaint/Use |
Activity / Interpretation | Traditional Preparation/ Administration |
Parts Used | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child Health | Induce sleep in children |
Hypnotic | Cook plant in water & drink. |
Aerial parts | Z |
| Respiratory | Cough/runny nose |
Anti-catarrhal, Anti-tussive | Cook plant in water & drink. |
Aerial parts | Z |
| Wound Healing | Burn |
Vulnerary | Mash fresh plant & apply to skin as a bandage (tied on). |
Aerial parts | Z |
Notes
Cautions
Anthemis genus contains species potentially toxic to dogs, cats, horses & guinea pigs. Clinical signs include contact dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, allergic reactions. Long term use can lead to bleeding tendencies. Foliage may cause skin irritation.
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.
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/
