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Traditional remedy or use:
Fruit was dried and eaten. Roof thatch,
baskets, brushes and other implements
were made from leaves. Native Americans
used is as a diuretic, sedative and
anti-inflammatory; Also used to treat
asthma, colds, coughs, bronchitis,
diarrhea, headache and prostate
ailments.
Modern remedy or use:
Possible treatment for benign prostatic
hyperplasia (BPH).
Comments:
Possible hormonal actions |
