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Benefits of field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis)
 A detail of the plant with the flowers |
Medicinal properties of Field bindweed
Internal use
– Laxative: It is considered as a mild laxative by the action of the resin (Infusion of 10 gr. of dry leaves. A cup before going to bed.
– Purgative: When a thicker preparation than the one seen above is taken, this plant achieves a purgative effect. It is advised not to take it for a long period of time, because it may produce irritations in the digestive tract. Do not administer during pregnancy or breast-feeding.(Decoction of 20 gr. of dry leaves for 6 minutes. Drink a cup in the mornings before breakfast)
¡Caution! When used as a laxative, it should not be administered for a very long period of time, as it may cause stomach irritation.
Do not administer during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Picking up and storing Field bindweed
The flowers should be harvested from Spring to first third of Autumn. They should be dried in the shade and stored in a closed and dark place.
Uses of bindweed
- In animal feed: As fodder for pigs and rabbits
- For making beverages: Traditionally, it was used as an ingredient in the production of some liquors
- As a medicinal plant
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