Botanical Index No. 720

Morning Glory

ipomoea hederacea

Medicinal Actions

Analysis pending research update.

Primary Conditions Treated

Ascaris Biliousness Constipation Dyspepsia Edema Gas Parasite Satiety Scabies Tapeworm Water Retention Worm

General Dosage

0.5–3 g seed; 30–40 grains; Chinese Dosage 1.5–15 g drug; 24–30 g in tea.

Safety & Contraindications

Not covered. Laxative action may be accompanied by cramping. Possibly teratogenic, not for use during pregnancy. “Inadmissable in inflammatory states of the alimentary canal”.