Slug Weed
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About
- Common Names
- Slug Weed / Jugoikar Jeg (Waejir)
- Classification
- Flower
- Description
- A broad leafed plant which grows a single tall spike of alternate flowers. The leaves of this plant weep a slightly slimy gel when damaged, which gives the plant its common name. The leaves of this plant make excellent soap, are a common ingredient in salves, and are used to expel worms. The flower of this plant have emetic properties.
Ecology
- Rarity
- Rare
- Distribution
- Life Cycle
Related Species
Uses
- Cultivation
- Culinary
- Medicinal
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- Emetic - Slug weed flowers contain emetic compounds.
- Vermifuge - The leaves of slug weed are used to expel intestinal worms.
- Other
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- Emollient - The leaves of this plant are used in the production of salves and soaps.
History
- Cultural
- Religious