Ruta Graveolens

Ruta: This plant has been used medicinally throughout history. The homeopathic remedy made from it is a key treatment for deep aching pain. The plant's sap may irritate the skin. The leaves contain a pungent oil that has a wide range of usage. In the middle ages, Rue was used to ward off the plague. The plant has an extremely potent, noxious smell.

Ruta 6 selectively induces cell death in brain cancer cells but proliferation in normal peripheral blood lymphocytes: A novel treatment for human brain cancer International Journal Of Oncology 23: 975-982, 2003