Male Fern (Noun)
Meaning
Fern of North America and Europe whose rhizomes and stalks yield an oleoresin used to expel tapeworms.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The male fern has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various health issues, including parasitic infections.
- Male fern is a common ingredient in herbal remedies for tapeworm infestations due to its anthelmintic properties.
- In North America and Europe, the male fern is often found in damp, shaded areas and is prized for its medicinal value.
- The rhizomes and stalks of the male fern contain an oleoresin that is used to expel tapeworms from the body.
- Historically, male fern was used by indigenous cultures in North America to treat a range of ailments, including intestinal parasites.