12) Golden Trumpet.

Brief Description:

            Golden Trumpet or Yellow Bell is a hardy climber with bright yellow prominent bell shaped flowers. The climber is often trained onto trellises, arches or fences in private and public gardens. The smooth and shiny leaves are arranged opposite to each other.

Medicinal Use:

• Used for colic or acute abdominal pain.
• Used as good purgative, this is stronger than a laxative.
• It is suggested as an antidote for poisoning.

How to Use:

• The infusion of the leaves is recommended for acute abdominal pain. It also acts as a purgative.
• The bark in normal or small doses, in decoction, has a cathartic or hydragogue effect i.e., it helps in the evacuation of the bowels.

Parts Used:

            The Bark and the Leaves.

Dose:

            Normal (refer to the introduction page)