Silverweed (Common)
Scientific name
: Potentilla anserina
Other names:
Česky: Mochna husí
,
Dansk: Gåse-Potentil
,
Deutsch: Gänsefingerkraut
,
Español: Argentina anserina
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Eesti: Hanijalg
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Suomi: Ketohanhikki
,
Français: Potentille ansérine
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日本語: ヨウシュツルキンバイ
,
Lietuviškai: Žąsinė sidabražolė
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Latviešu: Maura retējs
,
Nederlands: Zilverschoon
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Norsk: Gåsemure
,
Polski: Pięciornik gęsi
,
Русский: Лапчатка гусиная
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Slovensky: Nátržník husí
,
Svenska: Gåsört
Short Description
All parts of the common silverweed contain tannins. Medically, the plant is used as an anticonvulsant and to treat diarrheal diseases. Homeopathy also recommends the plant for menstrual complaints. As a traditional home remedy, an infusion is recommended (2 teaspoons ...
Author: Bruno P. Kremer
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