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False Sowthistle

Reichardia tingitana

About False Sowthistle

Scientific NameReichardia tingitana
Safety Rating N/A
Evidence LevelN/A

Scientific Summary

**False Sowthistle (Reichardia tingitana)** is a perennial herb with fibrous roots and green leaves that grow in dry, sunny habitats. It is traditionally used to relieve coughs, asthma, urinary tract discomfort and to promote bowel movements, acting as a mild diuretic, expectorant and laxative. People should avoid using it during pregnancy or if they have known allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family, and it can cause skin irritation in some users.

Source: PMC: European Mistletoe, Trease & Evans Pharmacognosy 16th ed, WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants (Vols 1-3)

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