Medicinal Plants : Collinsonia canadensis

Name

Stone Root

Biological Name

Collinsonia canadensis
Labiatae

Other Names

Stone Root, hardhack, horseweed, heal-all, knob grass, knob root, richweed

Parts Used

Root and rhizome

Active Compounds

• Essential oil
  
• Tannins
  
• Saponins
  
• Alkaloid
  
• Resins
  
• Organic acid

Remedies For

Anti-lithic, diuretic, diaphoretic.

Stone Root is used mainly in the treatment and prevention of stone and gravel in the urinary system and the gall-bladder. It can be used as a prophylactic but is also excellent when the body is in need of help in passing stones of gravel. It is also a strong diuretic.

Traditional herbalists have used stone root for hemorrhoids, catarrhal gastritis, pain in the rectum, heart tonic, rheumatic inflammation, laryngitis, pharyngitis, clergyman's sore throat, dysentery, ulcers, fistula, inflammation of the middle ear, acute cystitis, and vaginismus.

Combinations : For urinary stone and gravel, it may be combined with Parsley Piert, Gravel Root, Pellitory of the Wall or Hydrangea.

Description

Native of Canada.

Dosage

Decoction: Put 1-2 teaspoonfuls of the dried root in a cup of water, bring to boiling and simmer for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.

Tincture: take 1-2 ml of the tincture three times a day.

Safety

No information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.