Pilewort
(Lesser Celandine)
Other names: Lucerne
Scientific name: Ranunculus ficaria
Common names: Pilewort
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Arabic names: ماميران ربيعي (mameraan rabi’i)
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Approximate number of species known:
Common parts used: Root
Collection: March to April
Annual/Perennial: Perennial
Height: 0.2 m
Actions: Astringent
Known Constituents: Anemonin, protoanemonin, tannin
Constituents Explained:
Description:
Traditional Use:
Used in cases of hemorroids or piles. Used internally or externally.
Clinical Studies: