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Asteraceae (Compositae)
- Common Chammomile
- quhwan قحوان
- uqhwan اقحوان
- qakhvan matzuy
- קַחְוָן מָצוּי
Annual
- Batha
- Phrygana
- desert shrub-steppes
and other botanical details.
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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 |
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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.