Survival First Aid: Jewelweed

Identification:

Orange flowers with red spots are trumpet shaped and have a curly tail. The leaves are oval shaped with shallow rounded teeth. The seed pods are long, slender and ribbed.

Uses:

The stalk has a gooey fluid that is great for treating a variety of skin irritations. Things like bee stings, dermatitis, poison ivy, rashes and more. You can break the stalk and apply the fresh juice and pulp to the affected area for immediate relief.

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