Pale Jewelweed

Notes:

It has long been known throughout folk history that jewelweed is a remedy against one of its most closely associated companion plants: poison ivy (Rhus radicans). The juicy stems of a close relative, Impatiens capensis, are used in ointments for hemmorrhoids, warts, and corns. It also has a history of use for jaundice and asthma, although popularity in this area is diminishing. Supposedly, one can freeze small cubes of juice obtained from the stems for future use. Pain from insect bites, nettle stings, burns, sprains, ringworm, and various skin diseases may be relieved by application.