preparations of the plant for purposes related to:
- Fluid balance
- Urinary function
- Bladder health
- Excess fluid
However, increased urination is not necessarily beneficial for everyone. People with kidney, heart, or other medical conditions should be especially cautious with herbal products that may affect fluid balance.
Traditional Skin Applications
The plant has also been used externally in some traditional healing practices.
Crushed leaves, herbal pastes, and other preparations have historically been applied to minor skin problems such as:
- Insect bites
- Minor cuts
- Rashes
- Boils
- Skin irritation
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