carrot

The American Illustrated Medical Dictionary · 1913 · p. 7

(karut) [L. caro’ta]. The. umbelliferous plant, Dau’cus caro’ta: its seed is diuretic and stimulant: used in dropsy, strangury, and amenorrhea. Dose, 30-60 gr. (2-4 gm.). The root is used in making poultices for ulcers.