Cuphea carthagenensis
South American herb used in Brazilian traditional medicine as 'sete sangrias' (seven bleedings) for hypertension and blood purification. Contains quercetin and ellagic acid. Gaucho folk remedy for high blood pressure. Mild and pleasant as tea.
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Antihypertensives.
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Hypotension. Generally well tolerated.
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