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Convolvulus scammonia

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Convolvulus scammonia, also known as scammony, is a twining plant native to Asia Minor. It is part of the bindweed family, which includes plants with funnel-shaped flowers.12

The dried root of Convolvulus scammonia yields scammony, a cathartic resin. This resin has been used for its purgative properties. The plant itself has a large, thick root.12

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