Gentiana manschurica (Gentianaceae)

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Gentiana manschurica
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The Gentiana manschurica plant species is found in E. Asia - Manchuria. It is a member of the Gentianaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Gentiana manschurica
Family:  Gentianaceae
Author:  Kitag.

Known Hazards:  None known

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Habitat:  Not known

Medicinal Information: The roots of gentian species contain some of the most bitter compounds known and make an excellent tonic for the whole digestive system, working especially on the stomach, liver and gall bladder[238]. The root is antibacterial and stomachic[176]. It is used in the treatment of jaundice, leukorrhoea, eczema, conjunctivitis, sore throat, acute infection of the urinary system, hypertension with dizziness and tinnitus[176]. The root is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use.

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