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Agrimony
Agrimonia eupatoria
Please read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses—it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. If in doubt, pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication, or for use in children, seek advice before use.
This information is provided for historical and informational purposes; it does not replace medical advice. Prolonged or high-dose use is not recommended without the advice of a healthcare professional. As a precaution, avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding and in young children, due to insufficient data. If currently taking medication, consult a pharmacist or physician before use.
Infusion — Dried flowering aerial parts
Traditional agrimony infusion
Pour simmering water over the dried flowering tops and let steep for about ten minutes covered, then strain. Drink warm, traditionally after meals. One teaspoon of dried plant per cup, up to two to three cups per day.
Decoction — Dried aerial parts
Decoction for gargling
Gently boil the plant in water for a few minutes, let cool then strain before use as a gargle or compress on the skin. Do not swallow in large quantities. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Where to find it
Obtaining the plant
It is found wild in meadows, embankments and sunny roadsides throughout Europe, and its dried parts are available at herbalists and specialized traditional plant stores.
Harvest season
When to harvest
The flowering tops are traditionally harvested in summer, during full bloom, in dry weather.
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