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Heliotropium angiospermum

(Scorpion-tail)

Boraginaceae

Traditional remedy or use: Used as a remedy for skin problems and burns, nosebleed, dysentery, flu, lightheadedness, jaundice and rheumatism.

Modern remedy or use: Used in Caribbean countries to treat burning eyes.

Comments: Caution: contains poisons. May possess anticancer, antifungal and insecticidal properties.

Heliotropium angiospermum

  Heliotropium angiospermum
 

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