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Convolvulaceae
- Mallow-leaved Bindweed
- khavalbal kapani
- חֲבַלְבַּל כַּפָּנִי
- madad wardi مداد وردي
- muddeida مديدة
Geophytes, Vines
- Batha
- Phrygana
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses
Convolvulus althaeoides L.
| System/State | Traditional Complaint/Use |
Activity / Interpretation | Traditional Preparation/ Administration |
Parts Used | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastrointestinal | Abdominal pain |
Carminative | Decoct aerial parts & drink x1-2 cups/day. |
Aerial parts | B |
Notes
Cautions
Convolvulus genus has species which may contain tropane alkaloids (pseudotropine) with atropine like activity on the autonomic nervous system. Present in all parts of the plant but seeds are especially toxic. Species in this genus can have a strong laxative effect & in large amounts can cause stomach pain.
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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/
