Helianthemum canadense Frostweed (Cistaceae)

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Helianthemum canadense
Frostweed
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The Helianthemum canadense plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Maine to Ontario and Wisconsin, south to North Carolina and Mississippi. It is a member of the Cistaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Frostweed.

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Latin Name:  Helianthemum canadense
Common Name:  Frostweed
Family:  Cistaceae
Author:  (L.)Michx.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.35   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Open woods, clearings and barrens in dry sandy soils[43]

Medicinal Information: The dried leaves are alterative, antiscrophulatic, astringent and tonic[4, 21, 46, 207]. A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of kidney ailments and sore throats[222, 257]. A strong leaf tea has been used in the treatment of scrofula[222]. It is applied externally to skin diseases and eye infections[222]. It is said that an oil helpful in the treatment of cancer has been obtained from the plant[4]. Some caution is advised since an overdose can cause nausea and vomiting[4].

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