Hemp Agrimony #
Folk names: Water Hemp.
| Family | Compositae/Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Eupatorium |
| Species | cannabinum |
| Part(s) used | Leaf |
Alterative, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, antinociceptive, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, astringent, cytotoxic, Diuretic, hepatoprotective, (what these mean)
Uses
Hemp Agrimony aids digestion and helps with issues like bloating, indigestion and gastrointestinal discomfort. It can be used to decrease water retetion and assist with UTI's . It's anti-inlammatory actions make it benificial in conditions like arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. It is useful for diarrhea, supporting the circulatory system, prmoting relaxation and reducing anxiety. Traditionally it has been used for coughs, colds and respiratory issues.
Constituents
astragalin, cynaroside, hyperoside, isoquercitrin, isovitexin, rutin, catechin, procyanidin B3 ,agrimoniin, essential oil, flavonoids, lignans, pyrolizidene alkaloids, phenolics, sesquiterpene lactones,tannins