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Cucumis sativus

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Naming
Botanical Name: Cucumis sativus
Common Names: Cucumber;
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Leaves: simple, elliptic to orbicular;
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Medical
Therapeutic Action: Diuretic
Medical Uses: Sunburn; Pealed soothing to intestines; eliminates uric acid accumulated in gout & Rheumatism. ; Poultice reduces inflammation;
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Formulas: Formula #119 Cucumber oil sunburn; cooling
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History: Cleopatra was said to apply cucumbers to her entire body as a beautifier.
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