Eupatorium purpureum

Eupatorium purpureum
Family:Eupatorium purpureum; Astringent; Diuretic; Nervine; Tonic.
Common name:Gravel root
Gravel root was used by the native N. American Indians as a diaphoretic to induce perspiration and break a fever. The plant was quickly adopted by the white settlers and still finds a use in modern herbalism. The whole plant but especially the root is astringent diuretic nervine and tonic. It works particularly on the genito-urinary system and the uterus. Especially valuable as a diuretic and stimulant as well as an astringent tonic a tea made from the roots and leaves has been used to eliminate stones from the urinary tract to treat urinary incontinence in children cystitis urethritis impotence etc. It is also said to be helpful in treating rheumatism and gout by increasing the removal of waste from the kidneys. The leaves and flowering stems are harvested in the summer before the buds open and are dried for later use. The roots are harvested in the autumn and dried for later use.

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