An infusion of the leaves and the stem helps to calm the stomach and break down kidney stones. The infusion is said to be an antiseptic and to act as a vulnerary when used as a wash (González F. 1979; González S. 1979; Martínez 1969; Sánchez C. 1981; Vines 1960).

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Origin:
Mexico
Medicinal  properties:
- Athlete’s foot
- Cancer (antioxidant)
- Foot odor
- Fungal skin infection
- Kidney stones
- Urinary infections
- Venereal disease
Notes
More properties in the book

1) Nicholson Michael S. ; Arzhennithe, Charles . Economic Botany. vol. 47 . --p. 184-192 1993

2) Armando González Stuart/ Plants Used in Mexican Plants Used in Mexican Traditional Medicine Traditional Medicine: Their Application and Effects In Traditional Healing Practices. - p. 87 - 90.