Diuretic, cardiac, tonic, laxative, mucilaginous.
Traditionally described as very quieting to the heart and good
for the heart generally. Useful in epilepsy, dizziness, and convulsions
of all kinds. Good for palsy and apoplexy. Strengthens the brain
and makes the thoughts clearer. Useful for dropsy. Large doses may
cause nausea vomiting and diarrhea.
NOT RECOMMENDED - TOXIC
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