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Centaurea cyanus

Pharmacological Action. Uses.—The

flowers are also used as a diuretic the

treatment of chronic ailments of kidney

and urinary tract and an expectorant, or

as a stimulant for liver and gall bladder

function (cholagogue). Externally,

Cornflowers are used in preparation of eye

washes for eye inflammation and

conjunctivitis, and for eczema of the scalp

.