Dipsacus sativus Fuller's teasel (Dipsacaceae)

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Dipsacus sativus
Fuller's teasel
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The Dipsacus sativus plant species is found in Of uncertain origin. An occasional escape from cultivation in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Dipsacaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Fuller's teasel. Some home gardeners know the variety as D. fullonum sativus.

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Latin Name:  Dipsacus sativus
Common Name:  Fuller's teasel
Family:  Dipsacaceae
Author:  (L.)Honckeny.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild condition.

Medicinal Information: The root is diaphoretic, diuretic and stomachic[7]. An infusion is said to strengthen the stomach, create an appetite, remove obstructions of the liver and treat jaundice[4]. The root is harvested in early autumn and dried for later use[7]. The plant has a folk history of use in the treatment of cancer, an ointment made from the roots is used to treat warts, wens and whitlows[4, 218]. A homeopathic remedy is made from the flowering plant[7]. It is used in the treatment of skin diseases[7].

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