American Ipec
Euphorbia ipecacuanhae
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Basic Information
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Genus: euphorbia
Plant ID (slug): euphorbia-ipecacuanhae
Numeric ID: 25419
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Euphorbia ipecacuanhae is a. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
N. America
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
The plant is diaphoretic, emetic, expectorant[257]. The part used is not specified. It is said to stop violent haemorrhages from the lungs when used in small doses[257].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Euphorbia ipecacuanhae American Ipec