Poke Root ( Phytolacca americana)
Other Names::
A perennial plant with large leaves and dark berries, traditionally used for its purgative and immune-stimulating properties.
Toxic: All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested in large quantities; should only be used under professional supervision.
Energetics::
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Emetic
Causes vomiting
cathartic
Active purgative that produces bowel movement
Immunostimulant
Antirheumatic
Helps ease pain of rheuatism and inflammation of joints and muscles
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Immune
Lymphatic