Oregon Grape, Mahonia aquifolium

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Family:

Berberidaceae

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Medicinal Garden

Dermatology

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Medicinal Garden information:

Dermatology

May be an effective treatment for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis

Detailed information:

May be effective against atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.The primary constituent is berberine, which research suggests inhibits keratinocyte growth and reduces cell proliferation.

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