Milkweed

Milkweed

Common Name: Milkweed
Species Name: Asclepias Syriaca
Genus: Asclepias
Located: Eastern Deciduous Forest, Tall Grass Prairie
Uses:

• treats constipation as an infusion of the root
• root juice treats warts and heart disease

Active Chemicals:

• Asclepiadin
• C31H42O10

Sources:

Foster, S., & Duke, J. (n.d.). Peterson field guide to medicinal plants and herbs of eastern and central North America (Third ed.).

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