Muller, Thomas L. “Asclepias tuberosa.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Wildflower.org, 02 June 2007. Web. 04 Feb. 2016.
| Scientific Name | Asclepias tuberosa |
| Common Names | Butterfly Milkweed |
| Nativity | Native |
| Medicinal or Edible Section | Flowers, Leaves, Oil, Root, Seedpod |
| Medicinal and Edible Uses | Flowers- buds cooked, sugary syrup, nectar; Oil- edible; Root- increases sweating, relieves spasms, diuretic, swelling, bruises, wounds |
| Used to treat | Cathartic/Laxative, Coughs/Colds/Expectorants, Diarrhea, Gynecology, Heart, Pulmonary/Respiratory Aids, Skin |
Sandy Hook Herbarium can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally.
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