Mygale las.

Cuban spider

Mygale lasiodora / M. avicularia / Aranea avicularia

The effects of a bite from this large spider include inflammation and a violet discoloration that turns green and spreads from the bite along the lymphatic drainage system. Other symptoms include chills followed by a fever; dry mouth, great thirst, trembling, difficulty in breathing, despondency, and fear of death.

Parts Used

Whole live spider.

Uses

Mygale las. is used to treat nervous disorders, such as chorea, in which there are jerking and convulsive movements of the limbs, particularly in the upper part of the body. The body is in constant motion and the muscles twitch. Mygale las. has also been used to treat venereal disease.

Source

Native to Cuba.

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