Post by Angaridatha on Feb 14, 2005 23:27:29 GMT -5
Biological Name: Compositae Eupatorium purpureum
Other Names: Gravel Root, Gravelweed, Joe-Pye Weed, Queen of the Meadow, purple boneset, trumpet weed, kidney root
Parts Used: Rhizome and root
ActiveCompounds: o Volatile oil, of unknown composition o Flavonoids, including euparin o Resin
Remedies For: Diuretic, anti-lithic, anti-rheumatic, stimulant, tonic, astringent, relaxant.
Gravel Root is used primarily for kidney stones or gravel. In urinary infections such as cystitis and urethritis it may be used with benefit, whilst it can also play a useful role in a systemic treatment of rheumatism and gout.
Combinations : For kidney stones or gravel it combines well with Stone Root, Parsley Piert, Pellitory of the Wall or Hydrangea. Description: Found in the USA.
Dosage: Decoction: put l teaspoonful of the herb in a cup of water, bring to the boil and simmer for l0 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day. Tincture: take l-2 ml of the tincture three times a day.
Other Names: Gravel Root, Gravelweed, Joe-Pye Weed, Queen of the Meadow, purple boneset, trumpet weed, kidney root
Parts Used: Rhizome and root
ActiveCompounds: o Volatile oil, of unknown composition o Flavonoids, including euparin o Resin
Remedies For: Diuretic, anti-lithic, anti-rheumatic, stimulant, tonic, astringent, relaxant.
Gravel Root is used primarily for kidney stones or gravel. In urinary infections such as cystitis and urethritis it may be used with benefit, whilst it can also play a useful role in a systemic treatment of rheumatism and gout.
Combinations : For kidney stones or gravel it combines well with Stone Root, Parsley Piert, Pellitory of the Wall or Hydrangea. Description: Found in the USA.
Dosage: Decoction: put l teaspoonful of the herb in a cup of water, bring to the boil and simmer for l0 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day. Tincture: take l-2 ml of the tincture three times a day.
