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Fence winch (Calystegia sepium syn. Convolvulus sepium)

Slightly toxic


Fence winch

Effect:

diaphoretic, laxative, diuretic

Areas of application:

Abdominal pain, flatulence, as a laxative, poorly healing wounds, counteracts fever, promotes sweating, inflammation of the feet, with excessive menstruation, possibly with pneumonia


Plant parts used:

the above-ground herb and the root


Collection time:

July to September


To find:

In riparian forests, near headwaters, in the bushes of streams or small rivers.


Ingredients:

Calystegins, tannins, flavonoids, minerals, glycosides


Miscellaneous:

🛑 Warning: Irritates the intestines very quickly!


The fence winch and the field bindweed have the same indications.


Antiviral substances were recently discovered in palm glories that have been used to neutralize HIV viruses.

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