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Asclepias incarnata
North American wetland perennial related to butterfly weed; used similarly for respiratory and digestive conditions.
Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a North American wetland perennial traditionally used by Indigenous peoples for respiratory ailments, rheumatism, and as a vermifuge. Its active compounds include cardiac glycosides (e.g., asclepiadin), flavonoids, and tannins, which confer mild cardiotonic, expectorant, and anthelmintic properties. Modern research is limited (evidence level C), focusing on its cardiac glycoside content and potential as a natural anthelmintic.
Cardiac glycosides in Asclepias incarnata inhibit Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium and enhancing myocardial contractility, similar to digitalis. Flavonoids and tannins contribute antioxidant and astringent effects, supporting traditional use for diarrhea and inflammation. The anthelmintic action is attributed to asclepiadins, which may disrupt parasite neuromuscular function. However, the narrow therapeutic index of cardiac glycosides poses significant toxicity risks.
North American wetland perennial related to butterfly weed; used similarly for respiratory and digestive conditions.
Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a North American wetland perennial traditionally used by Indigenous peoples for respiratory ailments, rheumatism, and as a vermifuge. Its active compounds include cardiac glycosides (e.g., asclepiadin), flavonoids, and tannins, which confer mild cardiotonic, expectorant, and anthelmintic properties. Modern research is limited (evidence level C), focusing on its cardiac glycoside content and potential as a natural anthelmintic.
Cardiac glycosides in Asclepias incarnata inhibit Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium and enhancing myocardial contractility, similar to digitalis. Flavonoids and tannins contribute antioxidant and astringent effects, supporting traditional use for diarrhea and inflammation. The anthelmintic action is attributed to asclepiadins, which may disrupt parasite neuromuscular function. However, the narrow therapeutic index of cardiac glycosides poses significant toxicity risks.