MONTE sigh of
correhuela mayor calystegia sepium
MONTE sigh of
correhuela mayor calystegia sepium
Other Names:
White bell,
Carricillo
, spinning, Soga Tree,
Monte Sigh
, Yedra Campanilla.
Habitat:
very
common
in hedges and borders of Europe and
America
.
Description:
perennial climbing plant, the
family
of the Convolvuláceas, who shoots up to 2. 5 meters long. Its leaves are ACORAZONADO, and the flowers, large and pure white. Very similar to
correhuela
lower.
Parts used:
root and leaves.
Properties and indications:
in all parts of the plant, and especially in the root, and there
was
a
glucósido resinous tannin (the convolvulina) similar in chemical composition and its properties which is obtained from the root of
Jalapa
. It
has
laxative properties, and also colagogas colerética. As
a
laxative, serving strongly,
but
without causing irritation and vomiting. Indicated in acute constipation. Can be administered to
children
. As colagoga, facilitate the evacuation of bile, and is indicated in cases of
liver
inflammation or congestion, and disruption of the emptying of the gallbladder.
Usage:
infusion with
a
spoonful of shredded leaves or root for every cup of water can take up to 3 cups
a
day, sweetened with honey. Powder: The usual dose is 1 to 3 grams daily divided into 3 shots.
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