Condition
Treatment Support
venous stimulant
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet
Stone Root
(Collinsonia canadensis)
Also know as Richweed
Botanical Information
A Mint family perennial with hard rhizomes and long, serrated lemon-scented leaves.
Working with Stone Root
Part(s) Used
Root, Rhizome
Herb Forms
Tincture, capsule, bulk herb, powder.
Stone root has a long history of use for dysmenorrhea and laryngitis. It has a beneficial effect on the venous system and is indicated for varicose veins and hemorrhoids. According to the Eclectics, it is especially indicated when there is a sense of constriction accompanying symptoms along the digestive tract–especially in the throat and anus. It is one of the most effective remedies available for anal fissure and hemorrhoids, and for these purposes it can be combined with horse chestnut.
Stone root is also a specific for irritated throat, hoarseness, and laryngitis experienced by speakers and singers who strain their voices.
Stone Root has a taste of BITTER, ACRID and a temperature of WARM.
Cautions
None noted if taken in moderate doses. Stone root can cause gastrointestinal irritation if taken in large amounts.
Conditions treated with Stone Root
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
diuretic
Application
tincture, capsule, tea
Condition
Treatment Support
venous tonic, astringent
Application
tincture internally; cream externally
Condition
Treatment Support
expectorant, mucous membrane tonic
Application
tincture, tea
Condition
Treatment Support
astringent
Application
tea, tincture
Condition
Treatment Support
venous tonic, astringent
Application
tincture, capsule, tablet
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The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
