Yucca
Common Name: Yucca
Family: Agavaceae
Parts to be used: roots and shoots
Uses
Internal Application
- anti-inflammatory
- arthritis symptoms
- may help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels
- gout, gall bladder problems, diabetes, genitourinary disorders, indigestion, and constipation, and also has been used as a diuretic and topically for inflammation or general skin cleansing.
External Application
Preparation
Traditionally, herbalists have made decoctions by boiling the roots or young shoots in water. Usually around 1oz plant to 2 cups water.
