Genus name- Stellaria Media
Habitat- grows rapidly throughout most of the U.S. in shaded areas with precipitation
Active chemical ingredients-Apigenin
http://www.bioquicknews.com/node/1203
Uses- relieves constipation and when applied externally, it soothes itchy skin, also helps to heal burns
Preperation-tea from root relieves constipation, can be used as ointment using the leaves to heal burns from oil.
Sources
http://www.naturalmedicinefacts.info/plant/stellaria-media.html
http://healingherbinfo.com/index.php/herbs/herb/chickweed
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