Constipation

Constipation
Eastern Deciduous Forest and Tall Grass Prairie
Milkweed

Genus and Species:   Asclepias syriaca

Habitat: Fields, roadsides

Seasons: June-August

Active Chemical Ingredient:  flavanoid

Chemical Structure:



C₁₅H₁₂O₂

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Uses of Specimen: 
root infusion used as laxative
tea wash to remove warts