Alseroxylon
Alseroxylon
Alseroxylon (pronunciation: al-se-rox-y-lon) is a medicinal plant species belonging to the family Apocynaceae. It is also known by its common name, Indian Sarsaparilla.
Etymology
The term "Alseroxylon" is derived from the Greek words "alsos" meaning grove and "xylon" meaning wood, referring to the plant's woody nature. The term "Sarsaparilla" is of Spanish origin, from "zarzaparrilla", which is a diminutive form of "zarza" (bramble) and "parrilla" (little vine).
Description
Alseroxylon is a woody climber with a thick rootstock. The leaves are opposite, elliptic-oblong, and have a leathery texture. The flowers are small, greenish-white, and are found in axillary clusters. The fruit is a pair of follicles, each containing numerous seeds.
Medicinal Uses
Alseroxylon is used in traditional medicine for its various therapeutic properties. The root is used as an alterative, diaphoretic, and diuretic. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatism, syphilis, and skin diseases. The root extract is used as a flavoring agent in medicines and soft drinks.
Related Terms
- Apocynaceae: The plant family to which Alseroxylon belongs.
- Alterative: A type of medicine used to restore health and normal function.
- Diaphoretic: A substance that promotes sweating.
- Diuretic: A substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine.
- Rheumatism: A term for conditions causing chronic, often intermittent pain affecting the joints or connective tissue.
- Syphilis: A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alseroxylon
- Wikipedia's article - Alseroxylon
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