Medicinal Plants : Solidago virgaurea

Name

Golden Rod

Biological Name

Solidago virgaurea
Compositae

Other Names

Golden Rod

Parts Used

Dried aerial parts

Active Compounds

Saponins based on polygalic acid

Clerodane diterpenes, including solidagolactones I-VII and elongatolides C & E

Phenolic glucosides, including leicarposide

Flavonoids such as rutin and quercitin

Miscellaneous; acetylenes, cinnamates, hydroxybenzoates, polysaccharides, phenolic acids and tannins.

Remedies For

Anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, astringent, diaphoretic, carminative, diuretic.

Golden Rod is useful for the treatment of upper respiratory catarrh, whether acute or chronic. It may be used in combination with other herbs in the treatment of influenza. Also used for the treatment of flatulent dyspepsia. As an anti-inflammatory urinary antiseptic, Golden Rod may be used in cystitis, urethritis and the like. It is used to promote the healing of wounds. As a gargle it can be used in laryngitis and pharyngitis.

Combinations : For upper respiratory catarrh Goldenroot is often used with Eyebright, Elder, Echinacea, Poke Root and Wild Indigo.

Description

A common garden and wild plant in Europe.

Dosage

Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 2-3 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk 3 times a day.

Tincture: take 2-4 ml 3 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.