What is Pokeweed?
Pokeweed is a term used to refer to many plants in the family Phytolacca , especially p. American , which is originally from North America. Some pokeweeds are invasive, especially in North America, and these plants are historically used in folk medicine and cuisine, although poisonous and must be given special care to prepare Popeed products for consumption. Plants in this family can also be known under names such as Inkberry, Pokeroot, Pokeberry or Poke Salet. These berries are often preferred by birds, but the whole plant can be very dangerous for mammals. The roots and stems are particularly toxic, but the leaves and berries carry enough toxins to cause severe illness or death. For example, horses, sometimes very ill from Pokeweed food, which is allowed to allow them in its paddocks.
Historically, some cultures in America have eaten young leaves and stems. If these parts of the plant are cooked in three changes in water to pump toxin, it seems thatTheir toxicity is relatively low, although some doctors have expressed concern that people can get sick. It may also be difficult to distinguish between younger, less toxic parts of the plant and older sections that have more toxins.
Pokeweed applications were used in the treatment of joint pain, swollen glands and arthritis and preparations are also available for internal consumption. These products are launched as herbal supplements, which means that they avoid stricter regulations used to monitor the safety of prescription drugs. Preparations for consumption have dubious benefits, as shown in scientific studies and can be very dangerous. People who want to take Pokeweed should consult a doctor or an experienced herbalist to make sure it is not contraindicated.
These plants tend to have as wet sandy soils. In the case of Ombu plant, a species found in Argentina, Pokeweed mayTo achieve very impressive heights and behavior is more like a tree than a plant. The Ombus is used for shelter and as landmarks on the huge area of Argentine pamphs. In areas where pokeweeds are invasive, gardeners should certainly work with heavy gloves to protect the hands, because the juices of the plant can cause rashes and discomfort. Pokeweed should also be safely destroyed, ideally in an area where animals and children do not meet them.