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What is the dark side of aloe vera?

What is the dark side of aloe vera? Chemical analysis reveals that the Aloe plant contains various polysaccharides and phenolic chemicals, notably anthraquinones. Ingestion of Aloe preparations is associated with diarrhea, hypokalemia, pseudomelanosis coli, kidney failure, as well as phototoxicity and hypersensitive reactions. Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven): Aloe vera can cause diarrhea and increase the effects

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Can I cut back Rudbeckia?

Can I cut back Rudbeckia? Pruning Rudbeckia It is best to cut Rudbeckia plants back to the ground shortly before new shoots appear in spring, from about March onwards. This is because the seed-rich flowers serve as a source of food for numerous birds throughout the winter. Rudbeckia hirta ‘Autumn Colors’ To 28″ tall (

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