The
seeds are bitter, acrid, emetic, expectorant,
liver tonic, aphrodisiac, alterative,
stimulant and nervine and are used for
stimulating the intellect and sharpening
the memory. Also used to cure sores, ulcers,
joint pains, rheumatism, gout and paralysis.
The oil is recommended externally in
the treatment of rheumatism, gout, paralysis,
leprosy and leucoderma. |