*purchased organic herb*

Goldenrod (Solidago Virgaurea)

Taste: Slightly Bitter, Pungent, Aromatic

Energetics: Warming, Drying, Stimulating

Actions: Astringent, Stimulating Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Antiseptic, Inflammation Modulating, Analgesic, Alterative, Antimicrobial, Carminative

Affinities: Respiratory System, Urinary System, Integumentary System, Musculoskeletal System

Preparations: Infusion, Tincture, Syrup, Mead, Poultice

Contraindications: Should be avoided in those with edema from heart or kidney failure due to it’s diuretic nature.

Herb-Drug Interaction: Caution should be taken with those on water pills due to golden rods diuretic nature. It may cause you to lose too much water.