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sarsaparilla

Sarsaparilla

Smilax aspera

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Root

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Seboregulating. Astringent. Anti-inflammatory. Anti-irritation. Antimicrobial. Purifying. Antiseptic. Antioxidant.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Central America

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Anti-inflammatory. Diuretic. Diaphoretic. Depurative. Antirheumatic. Antiseptic. Wound healing. Antianemic.

Curiosities

Curiosities

It gives its name to a refreshing drink, obtained from its roots, that is similar to the Coca-Cola.

Provital products

Provital products