(Medicinal Herbs) Matico
Matico Scientific Names and Common Names,Matico Biochemical Information,Uses,Warning,Where Found,Parts Usually Used,Matico Description of Plant(s) and Culture,Medicinal Properties.
Contents:
Common Names | Parts Usually Used | Plant(s) & Culture | Where Found | Medicinal Properties
Uses | Formulas or Dosages | How Sold | Bibliography
Scientific Names
Piper angustifolium L.
Parts Usually Used
Leaves
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Description of Plant(s) and Culture
Matico is a tall shrub; dried matico leaves are available from herb dealers.
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Where Found
Found in Peru
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Medicinal Properties
Astringent, diuretic, stimulant, styptic, tonic
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Uses
Matico leaves are used internally for diarrhea and for respiratory complaints. Externally, the powdered leaves used for wounds and cuts to stop bleeding; also as a mouthwash. Peruvians have faith in matico as an aphrodisiac.
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Formulas or Dosages
Infusion: use 1 tsp. leaves with 1 cup water. Take 1 to 2 cups per day.
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How Sold
Dried matico leaves are available from herb dealers.
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Bibliography
, by Clarence Meyer, Meyerbooks, publisher, PO Box 427, Glenwood, Illinois 60425, 1973
, by John Lust, Bantam Books, 666 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY. copyright 1974.
Category: Herbs
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