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Nothoscordum bivalve

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Last updated Mar 30, 2026

Description

Garlic-like plant of North America that looks like wild garlic but contains no allicin - not truly medicinal.

Active Compounds

alkaloidsflavonoidssaponins

Traditional Uses

Occasionally mistaken for wild garlic; no traditional medicinal use
Mild use in some folk traditions as garlic substitute

Modern Uses

Traditional identification teaching plant
Botanical curiosity

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other
Adult Dose: Not established for medicinal use
Child Dose: Caution - may cause toxicity
Preparation Notes: Named crow poison - may be toxic; lacks garlic compounds

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

May be toxic - avoid ingestion

Possible Side Effects

Possible toxicity

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Nothoscordum bivalve

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects