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Haemanthus coccineus
Fresh leaves were applied as a dressing to septic ulcers and sores and also to the pustules of anthrax. A diuretic was made from the sliced bulb boiled in vinegar and mixed with honey. Asthma was also treated with this mixture. The bulb contains coccinine which is an alkaloid with a known convulsive action.
Spotted on Mar 31, 2013
Submitted on Mar 31, 2013
2 Comments
Thanks Leter:)
I've been fortunate to see the beautiful colour of this flower. You've done it justice!