| Common Name |
Meadowsweet |
| Latin Name |
Filipendula ulmaria |
| Family |
Rosaceae |
| Part Used |
Aerial parts |
| Gathering Time |
When flowering |
| Constituents |
Essential oil with salicylic acid
compounds called spiraeine and gaultherin,
tannin, citric acid |
| Actions |
Anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory,
analgesic, astringent, aromatic |
| Common Uses |
Carminative, and pain reliving |
| Contraindications |
Not for use with people who have
salicylate sensitivities. Avoid during
pregnancy. |
| Possible Drug Interactions |
May increase bleeding when used with
anti-coagulants. |
| Overdose Symptoms |
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