Sagina maxima (Caryophyllaceae)

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The Sagina maxima plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Sagina maxima
Family:  Caryophyllaceae
Author:  A.Gray.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Near seashores, C. and N. Japan[58]. Roadsides, hilly slopes and damp places by stream banks in China[147].

Medicinal Information: The whole plant is febrifuge, its use stimulates blood circulation[147]. A decoction is used in the treatment of 'angry' boils, 'lacquer' sores (probably refers to rashes caused by the sap of Rhus species[K]), dental caries, snakebites, pterygium and traumatic injuries[147].

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