Ferula caspica (Umbelliferae)

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Ferula caspica
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The Ferula caspica plant species is found in S. E. Europe. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family.

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Latin Name:  Ferula caspica
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  Bieb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry saline soils in S. and E. Ukraine and S.e. Russia[50].

Medicinal Information: The gum resin, obtained from the roots, is anthelmintic, carminative, digestive and expectorant[176]. It is used in the treatment of indigestion, dysentery, tumors, parasitic and anthelmintic infections[176]. The essential oil in the resin can be expelled through the lungs and so is used in the treatment of asthma, bronchitis and whooping cough[176].

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