Scientific name: Amoracia rusticana
Possible uses: clearing sinus, allergy, bronchitis, coughs, rhuematism, diuretic, antiseptic, expectorant, bronchial catarrh, antibiotic, antitumor activity,
Part of plant used: roots
Possible side effects: large amounts may irritate the digestive system, and external use may cause skin blister
Widely eaten, Japanese horseradish is used in wasabi.
Sources
Refer back to the Sources post to see the exact books that I used!
Eastern/Central Medicinal Plants and Herbs
Taylor's Guide in Herbs
Green Pharmacy
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