Hackelia uncinata (Boraginaceae)

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Hackelia uncinata
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The Hackelia uncinata plant species is found in E. Asia. It is a member of the Boraginaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Hackelia uncinata
Family:  Boraginaceae
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Known Hazards:  None known

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Habitat:  Not known

Medicinal Information: The flowers are used in Tibetan medicine, they are said to have a sweet and bitter taste with a neutral potency[241]. Antitussive and expectorant, it heals wounds and destroys tumours[241]. It is used in the treatment of coughs, tumours in the womb, sores, wounds and swelling of the body[241].

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