Soviet Medical Encyclopedia

Apocynum Cannabinum L.

Pharmacology

Also known as: Canadian Hemp, Dogbane

Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.

Summary

This 1930s encyclopedia article describes Apocynum cannabinum L., commonly known as Canadian hemp, a member of the dogbane family originating from North America and naturalized in the Caucasus. It details the use of the plant's root, which contains cymarin—a substance acting similarly to strophanthin—prescribed in water infusions or tinctures for heart diseases.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

APOCYNUM CANNABINUM L., Canadian hemp, of the dogbane family (Apocynaceae), native to North America; in a wild state found in the Caucasus. In medicine, the root of the plant is used, containing cymarin (C30H44O9), which acts similarly to strophanthin. The root is prescribed in an aqueous infusion or in the form of a tincture (5–10 drops) for heart diseases. 16S

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“Apocynum Cannabinum L..” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/apocynum-cannabinum-l/