Blue Toadflax
Herb latin name: Blue Toadflax,Blue Toadflax Extract
Latin name: Linaria canadensis
Synonyms: Nuttallanthus canadensisNuttallanthus canadensis
Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family)
Medicinal use of Blue Toadflax: The leaves are antihaemorrhoidal, diuretic and laxative. They are applied externally in the treatment of haemorrhoids.Habitat of the herb: the herb: Dry sterile or sandy soils, often a weed in sandy loams.
Propagation of Blue Toadflax: Seed - sow spring in situ. An autumn sowing can also be made in areas with mild winters. This sowing will produce larger plants.
Cultivation of the herb: Dry sterile or sandy soils, often a weed in sandy loams.
Known hazards of Linaria canadensis: None known
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