MEADOWSWEET

Latin Name: Filpendula ulmaria
Family: Rosaceae
Height: 1.5m

A natural source of salicylic acid, the active ingredient in aspirin, meadowsweet's tannins and other ingredients act to protect the lining of the stomach and intestines against ulceration.

It acts to reduce acidity in the stomach which in turn helps reduce acidity levels in the rest of the body.

Meadowsweet's salicylic acid content makes it an unsuitable herb for people and animals who are intolerant of aspirin.

Constituents: Flavanol & phenolic glycosides, volatile oil, polyphenols.

Actions: Anti-inflammatory, antirheumatic, astringent, diuretic, eases stomach pain.

Sources:

Meadowsweet Syrup and Meadowsweet Tincture from Galen's Garden

Meadowsweet Herb (US/Canada) from Kalyx US

Meadowsweet Herb (International) from Kalyx US

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Herb uses, myths and herb/drug interactions
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