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Agrimony agrimonia eupatoria
See Cautions below in RED
Contains: Tannins, silica, essential oil, bitter principles,
flavonoids, minerals, Vitamins B
and K
Parts Used: Leaves and aerial parts
Actions: Astringent, diuretic, tissue healer, stops bleeding,
stimulates bile flow, some
antiviral
activity
Use as: Tea, tincture, poultice, wash, gargle
The dried tea has an apricot scent
Infused
tea a gentle remedy, ideal for diarrhea, especially in infants and
children.
Can be taken by breastfeeding mothers to eliminate jaundice in
infants
Tincture: 20
drops in 1/4 cup water 2 times daily
Tincutre more
potent and drying than the infusion, and effective if the
condition involves
excess phlegm or mucus. Use for cystitis, urinary
infections,
bronchitis, and heavy menstrual bleeding.
Poultice: apply a poultice of the leaves for migraines
Wash: Use infused tea for wounds, sores, eczema, and varicose ulcers
Eyewash: Use
a weak infusion (10g herb to 500 ml water) for conjunctivitis
(pink eye)
Gargle: Use
the infusion for sore throats and nasal mucus.
Soothes inflamed gums and coughs
Important Information
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Cooling astringent, aerial parts can be used for diarrhea, bronchitis, and urinary infections, to clear inflammations, phlegm, and toxins, and encourage healing. Good for skin inflammations and ulcers. Stems bleeding from cuts because of its silica content. Heals bruises and sprains. Use for hard to heal sores, wounds, and vericose veins. Because of its astringent qualities, it is exceelent to curb excessive menstrual flow. As a spring tonic helps stimulate flow of bile and tones the liver, gall bladder, spleen, and kidneys. Aids in healing gastritis. Tonifies the entire gastro-intestinal system. Inhibits selected viruses. |
Cautions: Because the herb is astringent, (dries things up) do not take if suffering from constipation If using as a wound healer, avoid strong sunlight because it increases the risk of sunburn. Watch for skin reactions if you apply to your skin. Don't use if you are allergic to rose plants. |
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