Botanical Name: Filipendula Ulmaria
Common Names: Meadow Wort, Queen of the Meadow, Pride of the Meadow, Lady of the Meadow, Meadsweet, Bridewort, and Nature’s Asprin
Family: Roseaceae
Actions & Properties:
Analgesic
Anti-inflammatory
Astringent
Anti-microbial
Diuretic
Diaphoretic
Aromatic
Indications:
Pain relief
Eases headachs & migraines
Eases joint pain
Supports a healthy immune system
Supports respiratory health
Sooths an upset stomach, heartburn, & gastritis
sooths ulcers
Tightens & tones stomach lining
Eases diarrhea
Helps secondary infections
Eases goat
Eases UTIs
Supports circulation
Supports fevers by opening pores to allow heat out
High in essential oils
Contraindications:
· Due to the component salicylates found in Meadowsweet, do not take with antiplatelet prescriptions, anticoagulant prescriptions, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs).
· Avoid during pregnancy and lactation.
· Do not take with aspirin.
· Avoid or use with caution for those sensitive to aspirin.
· Avoid or use with caution for those with asthma.
Chemical Constituents:
· Salicylates – salicin, salicylaldehyde, and methyl salicylate
Energetics (Sensation & Chakras):
· Cooling, aromatic, bitter, dry
· Heart chakra
Comments