colic weed

"Colic weed" refers to various plants historically used for their medicinal properties to treat colic, an abdominal pain condition.

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Definition

C1Herbal Medicine

(historical, informal)Various plants traditionally used to alleviate colic symptoms.

Example

  • In the past, colic weed was commonly used to soothe infants with abdominal pain.

C1Botany

(scientific)A group of plants including Corydalis flavula, Dicentra canadensis, and Lobelia inflata, among others.

Example

  • Botanists have identified several species classified as colic weed due to their historical medicinal use.

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