Cleome droserifolia

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Cleome droserifolia (Forssk.) Delile

Flora Palaestina Ethnobotany

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Cleomaceae

  • Beeplants (genus)
  • Spiderflower
  • ba'ashan 'agol-'alim
  • בַּאֲשָׁן עֲגֹל-עָלִים
  • `ofeineh عفينة

Chamaephyte

  • Desert
  •  Thermophilous plants
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Cleome droserifolia (Forssk.) Delile

System/State Traditional
Complaint/Use
Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/
Administration
Parts Used
Source
Gastrointestinal

Carminative (abominal pain, distension gas)

Carminative

Decoct plant in water & drink x3 cups/day.

Aerial parts Z
Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal inflammation

Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent

Decoct plant in water & drink x3 cups/day.

Aerial parts Z
Musculoskeletal/ Joints

Rheumatic pain in back/ upper & lower limbs

Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-inflammatory

Decoct plant in water & drink x3 cups/day.

Aerial parts Z

Notes

Cautions

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