Carduus pycnocephalus subsp. marmoratus (Boiss. & Heldr.) P.H.Davis
Asteraceae (Compositae)
- Carduus arabicus Jacq. ex Murray. Carduus australis L.f.
- Arabian Thistle
- lisan el-dubb لسان الدب
- shadq el-jamal شدق الجمل
- קַרְדָּה עֲרָבִית
- qarda 'aravit
Annual
- Desert
- Shrub-steppes
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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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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).