Botanical Index No. 582

Jute (leaves Only)

corchorus olitorius

Medicinal Actions

Analgesic, Antioxidant, Antipyretic, Astringent, Cardiotonic, Diuretic, Hypocholesterolemic, Hypoglycemic, Lactagogue, Laxative, Tonic

Primary Conditions Treated

Aperitif Demulcent Anorexia Ascites Cancer Chest Ache Constipation Cystosis Dysuria Enterosis Fever Gonorrhea Hemorrhoid Hepatosis High Cholesterol Kernel Pain Pulmonosis Swelling Tumor Water Retention Wen

Safety & Contraindications

Not covered. Leaves edible. Large doses of 100–500 mg/kg powdered seeds killed pigs, following symptoms of anorexia, dysentery, and vomiting. So keep seed out of your mallow greens:264–5).

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