Ipomoea purga is a species of flowering plant in the genus Ipomoea. It is commonly referred to as jalap [1] and is probably also the source of the John the Conqueror root. Ipomoea purga is …

Oct 13, 2024 · These stems scramble over the ground or twine into nearby vegetation for support. An important medicinal herb, jalap is widely used in modern medicine as a laxative and …

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Nov 2, 2024 · Ipomoea purga, commonly known as the Mexican Horseweed, is a captivating plant species that has caught the attention of botanists, herbalists, and nature enthusiasts alike. …

Ipomoea purga has several medicinal preparations, such as teas, infusions, and tinctures. These preparations are useful for treating constipation, digestive issues, and fever reduction. The …

Ipomoea purga, commonly known as jalap, is a medicinal herb that possesses various health-promoting properties, including anti-inflammatory and laxative effects, which help in soothing …

The native range of this species is Mexico (Veracruz, Hidalgo, Puebla). It is a climbing tuberous geophyte and grows primarily in the wet tropical biome.

Bot. syn.: Convolvulus purga Wender., Exogonium jalapa Baill., Exogonium purga (Wender.) Benth., Ipomoea jalapa Nutt. ex Cox, Ipomoea jalapa Schiede & Deppe ex G. Don, Ipomoea …

Ipomoea purga is a species of flowering plant in the genus Ipomoea. It is commonly referred to as jalap and is probably also the source of the John the Conqueror root.

Oct 24, 2017 · Jalap has a fleshy, tuberous root, with numerous roundish tubercles. It has several stems, which are smooth, brownish, slightly rough, with a tendency to twine. The leaves are on …