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Polygala senega

Definition: Polygala senega is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It is commonly known as Seneca snakeroot and is used in traditional medicine for its expectorant and diuretic properties.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The dried root of Polygala senega.
• Adjective: The Polygala senega extract has medicinal properties.

Senses:

1. Medicinal Plant: A perennial herb with a knotty rootstock, typically used in herbal remedies for respiratory and urinary conditions.

Usages:

• Medicine: Polygala senega is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments such as bronchitis and asthma.
• Botany: The roots of Polygala senega are harvested for their medicinal properties.

Related Products:

• Polygala senega root
• Polygala senega extract
• Herbal remedies for respiratory conditions

Sample Sentences:

1. She decided to try a herbal remedy containing Polygala senega for her persistent cough.
2. The pharmacist recommended using Polygala senega extract as a natural expectorant.
3. The local community used Polygala senega for generations to treat urinary infections.
4. Scientists are studying the chemical composition of Polygala senega for potential new medications.