Jalape, real

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

alap bindweed; Ipomoea purga; Jalapa; Mexican Purgeon Winch

Definition
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The real jalape is a herb of the wind-plant family, which grows up to 4m high and is native to South or Central America.

Ipomoea purga is the parent plant of Tubera Jalapae the jalapen root, also called Radix Jalapae. The extract was formerly used as a drastic laxative. Due to its toxicity, it no longer plays a role in modern naturopathy.

General information
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Cosmetics: Ipomoea purga resin, the jalapenic resin extracted from the root tubers of the plant, is used in cosmetic formulations.

Homeopathy: Jalapa; dried root bulb, prescribed for diarrhoea and colic in children.

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