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Botanical Name: Mitchella repens
Plant Family: Rubiaceae
Common Names: Deerberry, Checkerberry, One-berry, Partridgeberry, Winter Clover
Origin: Squaw Vine is a perennial evergreen creeper native to the United States
History: Used by American native Indian woman before delivery to ensure a safe and easier birth
Plant Constituents
Contains:
- dextrin
- mucilage
- resin
- saponin
- wax
Usage
Medicinal Parts Used: Herb
Squaw Vine is used for:
Brain and Nervous System Conditions
- natural nerve sedative (usually in combination with Raspberry Leaves)
Female Conditions
- all uterine complaints
- amenorrhea (irregular menstruation)
- dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation)
- helps prevent miscarriage
- in childbirth (taken for the last 3 weeks before birth)
- menorrhagia (excessive or prolonged menstruation)
- relieves congestion of the uterus and ovaries
- strengthens the uterus
- vaginal infections
- very beneficial for women
Externally: Squaw Vine
- can be rubbed on the nipples when sore
Gastrointestinal Conditions
Genitourinary Conditions
- dropsy
- suppression of urine
Action:
- antiseptic [an agent for inhibiting the growth of microorganism on living tissue or destroying pathogenic or putrefactive bacteria]
- astringent [a binding agent that contracts organic tissue, reducing secretions or discharges of mucous and fluid from the body]
- diuretic [an agent that increases the volume and flow of urine which cleanses the urinary system]
parturient [an agent used to assist during childbirth]
- tonic [an agent that tones, strengthens and invigorates organs or the entire organism giving a feeling of well-being]
Precautions
Drug Interactions:
Do not use Squaw Vine without first talking to your practitioner or healthcare provider if you are taking any of the following medications:
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