Cleome gynandra (Capparidaceae)

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Cleome gynandra
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The Cleome gynandra plant species is found in Tropical and Sub-Tropical zones. It is a member of the Capparidaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as Gynandropsis gynandra. (L.)Briq. G. pentaphylla. DC.

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Latin Name:  Cleome gynandra
Family:  Capparidaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Medicinal Information: A decoction of the root is used to treat fevers[243]. The leaves are used as a vesicant and rubefacient in the treatment of rheumatism[243]. The juice of the leaves is a remedy for otalgia[243]. The seeds are anthelmintic and rubefacient[243]. The whole plant is used in the treatment of scorpion stings and snake bites[243].

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