Herbarium of the Ancients — Detailed Notebook

Geum quellyon

Please read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.

Traditional use poorly documented in Western scientific literature: seek the advice of a healthcare professional before any use. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to lack of safety data. Do not exceed reported traditional doses and avoid prolonged use without the advice of a qualified herbalist. Discontinue use if digestive discomfort or unusual reactions occur.

Infusion — Dried root

Traditional root infusion

Infuse the dried and crushed root in simmering water for about ten minutes, covered. Strain before consuming, traditionally after meals. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Decoction — Dried root

Decoction for digestive use or gargle

Gently boil the root in water for a few minutes, then allow to rest before straining. This more concentrated preparation was used both as a beverage and as a gargle, according to reported folk uses. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Where to find it

Sourcing the plant

Dried root of Geum quellyon can occasionally be found at certain herbalists specializing in South American plants; in the wild, it grows in humid meadows and open woodlands of Chile and Argentina.

Harvest season

When to harvest it

The root is traditionally harvested in autumn, once the aerial parts have withered, a period when it is reputed to be richest in active principles.

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