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Oplopanax horridus Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal Information: Devil's club was widely employed medicinally by several native North American Indian tribes who used it especially for its pain-relieving properties[257]. It is little, if at all, used in modern herbalism, though it probably merits further investigation. The root bark and stems are analgesic, antirheumatic, antiphlogistic, appetizer, blood purifier, cathartic, emmenagogue, galactogogue, hypoglycaemic, ophthalmic, pectoral and tonic[172, 157]. An infusion is used in the treatment of coughs and colds, bronchitis, tuberculosis, stomach problems etc[257]. A decoction is drunk in the treatment of rheumatism and is also applied externally as a wash on the affected joints[257]. A poultice of the bark has been used to relieve pain in various parts of the body[257]. A poultice of the bark has been applied to a nursing mother's breasts in order to stop an excessive flow of milk[257]. A decoction has been used as an eye eash in the treatment of cataracts and as a herbal steam bath for treating general body pains[257]. The burnt stems, mixed with oil, are applied as a salve on swellings[257]. An extract of the root bark lowers blood sugar levels and an infusion of the bark has been used in the treatment of diabetes[213]. The infusion also has a tonic effect on the blood and liver[213]. The inner bark is emetic in large doses and purgative (especially if taken with hot water)[257]. It is used in the treatment of coughs and colds, stomach and bowel cramps[257]. A poultice of the inner bark is used in the treatment of wounds, sores etc[257]. The berries have been rubbed on the scalp to combat lice and dandruff, and to make the hair shiny[256]. For further Oplopanax horridus gardening information |
