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Written by Robert A Wilson
Thursday, 22 February 2007
Bistort is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia, as well as North America. The Bistort plant averages 30 cm to 1m in height and has bluish-green leaves with flowers that bloom from May to August. Young leaves may be cooked and eaten like spinach. Parts usually used: Leaves, root. Other Names: Adderwort, Dragonwort, Easter Giant, Easter Mangiant, Oderwort, Osterick, Patience Dock, Red Legs, Snakeweed, Sweet Dock Potential Uses: To treat various digestive disorders, such as cholera, dysentry, and leukorrhea, and particularily diarrhea As a powerful astringent (because of its high tannin content) Externally, the powdered root controls bleeding Internally, the extract controls diarrhea, heavy menstrual bleeding and vomiting As a mouthwash, it heals mouth and throat inflammation and is believed to strengthen loose teeth Alternative medicine information is provided as a service to familiarize physicians and their patients with medicinal claims available through the media. This does NOT constitute a treatment recommendation.
Last Updated ( Friday, 08 February 2008 )

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