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Soapwort c/s |
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Soapwort c/s, Saponaria officinalis Soapwort is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. It is a perennail plant that has green leaves and pink flowers. The aerial parts of the plant are picked during the summer while the root is harvested in the fall. As can be guessed from its name, soapwort can be used as a soap. In most cases it has been used as a substitute for laundry detergent. In ancient Greece, it was written about as a plant that helps to wash fabric. It was also used as a treatment for jaundice during the 17th century. In modern times, it has been used as an expectorant and rheumatic. It can also be used to treat some skin conditions.
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| Botanical Name |
Saponaria officinalis |
| Country of Origin |
USA |
| Method of Harvest |
Commercial |
| Parts Used |
Root |
| Preparation |
c/s |
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