NEPHRITIC, something that relates to the kidneys. NEPHRITIC WOOD, a wood of a very dense and compact texture, and of a fine grain, brought us from New Spain, in small blocks, in its natural state, and covered with its bark.
This wood is a very good diuretic, and is said to be of.
of great use with the Indians in all diseases of the kidneys and bladder, and in suppressions of urine, from whatever cause. It is also recommended in fevers and obstructions of the viscera. The way of taking it, among the Indians, is only an infusion in cold water.