Botanical Index No. 1072

Virginia-creeper, American Ivy

parthenocissus quinquefolia

Medicinal Actions

Allergenic, Astringent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Tonic

Primary Conditions Treated

Poison Alcoholism Bronchosis Bunion Cancer Corn Dermatosis Diarrhea Dropsy Drunkenness Dysmenorrhea Dyspepsia Dysuria Fever Gonorrhea Jaundice Poison Ivy Swelling VD Wart Water Retention Wound

General Dosage

15–30 drops fluid shoot extract.

Safety & Contraindications

Contraindications, Interactions, and Side Effects — Not covered. “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages”. There has been one report of a child fatality following ingestion of the berries.