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Native to North America. It grows in the forests and woodlands of the eastern United States and Canada.
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What is the origins of the name squawvine?
Squawvine's name stems from its use by Native American women for conditions related to childbearing.
What are the side effects associated with using squawvine?
There are no known side effects from using squawvine. Little research has been done, however, on its safety.
What is the Latin name of squawvine?
Mitchella repens.
What are the drug interactions associated with squawvine use?
No interactions have been reported between squawvine and other herbs or medications. Consult with a medical practitioner before taking.
What parts of squawvine are used for medicinal purposes?
Although squawvine grows year round, herbalists recommend collecting the herb when the plant flowers during the months of April through June.
Which botannical family does squawvine belong to?
Belongs to the madder or Rubiaceae family.
Which botanical family does squawvine belong to?
Belongs to the madder or Rubiaceae family.
What are the common names of squawvine?
Partridge berry, squaw vine, squaw berry, checkerberry, deerberry, winter clover, twinberry, and hive vine.
What are the special instructions for taking squawvine for pregnant and lactating women?
Pregnant women should not take the herb during the first 2 trimesters of pregnancy. However, during the 8th and 9th months, squawvine can be taken once or twice daily to make labor easier. And more . . .
What are the medicinal actions of squawvine?
Sedative, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, eye wash, skin wash.
What diseases does squawvine treat?
Current uses include aiding in childbirth, painful menstruation, to tone the prostate, promotes fertility, galactagogue, urinary conditions, diarrhea, shrinking tissues, muscle spasms, nerves, colitis.
What are the precautions associated with using squawvine?
Safe when taken in recommended dosages for a short time. Controversy exists, some herbalists advise that that it should not be taken in the first 2 trimesters of pregnancy or by children under 2 years. And more . . .
