medicinal herbs
Jalap
Ipomoea jalapa
Herb: Jalap
Latin name: Ipomoea jalapa
Synonyms: Ipomoea purga
Family: Convolvulaceae (Morning-glory Family)
Medicinal use of Jalap:
The tuber is a resinous acrid herb with an unpleasant taste that is often used as a purgative. It is taken internally in the treatment of constipation, colic and intestinal parasites. The root is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use.Description of the plant:
Plant:
EvergreenClimber
Height:
3 m(9 3/4 foot)
Habitat of the herb:
Woodland on the eastern slopes of the Mexican Andes.Propagation of Jalap:
Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. Semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.Cultivation of the herb:
Woodland on the eastern slopes of the Mexican Andes.Known hazards of Ipomoea jalapa:
None knownPlant information taken from the Plants For A Future.