Anacyclus pyrethrum
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Anacyclus pyrethrum (pellitory, Spanish chamomile, or Mount Atlas daisy) is perennial herb much alike chamomile in habitat and appearance. It is unrelated to the plants known as pellitory-of-the-wall (Parietaria officinalis) and spreading pellitory (Parietaria judaica).
Medicinally, pellitory root has a pungent efficacy in relieving toothache and in promoting a free flow of saliva. It induces heat, tingling and redness when applied to the skin.
It is found in North Africa, in the Mediterranean, Himalayas, North India and Arabian countries.
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