Herb · Asia
Himalayan meadow rue
Thalictrum foliolosum
Traditionally attributed effects: tonic, mildly laxative, laxative, diuretic, fever-reducing; for chronic indigestion, recovery after illness, eye inflammation, jaundice, flatulence, colds (snuff), toothache, conjunctivitis and keratitis.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Tea 14–28 ml; tincture 1–2 ml; root powder 0.5–1 g; as snuff; as eye ointment.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Tryamana. The yellow root (mamira) was used in India as an eye remedy and as a substitute for Chinese goldthread, because this root also contains berberine.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Ayurvedic materia medica
Attributed effects
Tonic, mildly laxative, laxative, diuretic, fever-reducing; for chronic indigestion, recovery after illness, eye inflammation, jaundice, flatulence, colds (snuff), toothache, conjunctivitis and keratitis; substitute for rhubarb.
Preparation and amount
Tea 14–28 ml; tincture 1–2 ml; root powder 0.5–1 g; as snuff; as eye ointment.
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