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Plant Name:
Pumpkin
Latin Name:
Cucurbita maxima
Plant Type:
Shrub
Edible Part:
Leaves
About
There is some debate as to whether pumpkin and its seeds act a dewormer, however, it is not conclusive that either aid in deworming. Many torotise owners feed pumpkin sparingly in an effort to promote bowel movements.