Spiderwort

Spiderwort - tradescantia sp. - Used by Native American Indians to treat cancer. The roots and leaves, mashed or in a poultice, can be applied externally to insect stings and bites. The roots have laxative properties. They have also been used, in a tea, to treat stomachaches, female issues and kidney complaints.

Aromatherapy & Health Uses: The root can be used in a tea to treat stomachaches, as a laxative, and to relieve female issues. Applied, externally in a poultice, to treat insect bites and stings.