Zepina
Local Name: Zepina
Scientific Name: Amaranthus spinosus
Parts to be Used: The leaves & Roots
Common Uses
Internal Application
- Diuretic, treating eruptive fevers
- A remedy for colic.
- Useful for the improvement of digestion.
- The roots and leaves are boiled and given to children as a laxative.
- The powdered root of the herb is used as a remedy for paronychia. decoction of the root to cure chronic diarrhea and used to treat uterine diseases.
External Application
The leaves of the plant are applied as a poultice to relieve bruises, abscesses, burns, wounds and inflammations. The root is used to treat menorrhagia, gonorrhea, eczema and inflammatory swellings.
Preparation
Infusion: Pour two cups boiling water over one ounce dried leaves. Brew for
10 minutes. Take 1/2 cup twice daily. Same preparation can be used externally.
