Hydrangea Root
Hydrangea Root - Wildcrafted (Hydrangea arborescens)
Hydrangea root is used in traditional medicine for its supportive effects on the urinary system and kidney health.
Additional Info:
- Common Names (AKA): Hortensia, Seven Barks, Wild Hydrangea
- Main Health Benefits:
- Urinary Health: Supports kidney function and helps with urinary tract issues.
- Anti-inflammatory: Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory effects.
- Detoxification: Supports detoxification processes in the body.
- Energetics:
- Taste: Sweet, Pungent, Bitter, Acrid
- Temperature: Neutral to cooling
- Effect on the Body: Urinary-supportive, detoxifying
- Blends Well With:
- Herbs: Burdock root, clover blossoms, dandelion root, elder flower, ginger, marshmallow root, nettle, peppermint
- Fruits: Apples and pears
- Teas: Rooibos or herbal blends (for a cleansing, supportive infusion)
- How to Prepare:
- Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried root per cup of boiling water, steeped for 10-15 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs to create your own tea or tisane.
- Known Precautions/Contraindications:
- Pregnancy: Consult a qualified healthcare provider that is trained in the use of herbs before use during pregnancy.
- Interactions: May interact with diuretics or other medications affecting kidney function. Consult a qualified healthcare provider trained in the use of herbs before using, especially if on medication or have health conditions.
- Other: No known precautions
- Additional Information: Native American herbalists utilized hydrangea root as a remedy for kidney stones and to support overall kidney function.
- Origin: USA
Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities.
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