The herb is considered a laxative. It is used as a basic ingredient in some commercial laxatives. It can be drunk as a tea prepared from the leaves of this herb. The herb is distinguished by its straight wooden stem and yellow flowers. The upper parts of the plant are harvested and dried for use.
It has anti-inflammatory and anti-parasitic properties, making it potentially useful in the following cases: Constipation: The herb has been approved for use as an over-the-counter laxative by irritating the colon lining and preventing the reabsorption of water and salts from the colon.
