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Common name: |
Golden rod |
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Family: |
Asteraceae |
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Parts used: |
Flowering tops |
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Chemistry: |
Flavonoides (glycosides of quercetin, isoquercetin and kaempferol), mono- and bidesmosidic triterpene saponins (e.g. polygalic acid derivatives – virgaureasaponins 1-3), phenolic glycosides (bisdesmosides leicarposides and virgaureoside A), volatile oil, organic acids, polysaccharides |
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Main actions: |
Diuretic, astringent |
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Other Actions: |
Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, mild antispasmodic, antioxidant, decongestant, |
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Dosage: |
1-4ml TDS |
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Safety: |