What general conditions were addressed by applying the broader *Ipomoea hederacea* herb in folk practices?

Edema, ascites, fever, constipation, flatulence, and epistaxis (nosebleeds).

While the leaf juice of *Ipomoea hederacea* was specifically targeted for sensory organ issues, the herb as a whole, which includes the leaves, was considered useful in broader folk practices for treating several systemic conditions. These documented uses include conditions involving fluid retention such as edema and ascites (fluid buildup in the abdomen). Additionally, the broader preparation was reportedly used to address symptoms like fever, constipation, flatulence, and epistaxis, which are nosebleeds. These usages reflect a systemic application, contrasting with the localized topical uses attributed solely to the leaf preparations of *Ipomoea pes-caprae*.