Cleavers

Other Common Names: Goose grass, Cleaverwort, Clivers.

Latin description: Galium aparine.

Parts to use: Aerial.

Chemical constituents: Tannins, citric acid, coumarins, glycosides.

Actions: Antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic, vulnerary.

Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Bitter, cooling, salty, laxative, diruetic, astringent, alterative; affects the lymphatic system; lowers blood pressure; assists healing.
Used for glandular fevers, myalgic encephalomyelitis, hepatitis, tonsillitis, eczema, psoriasis, cystitis, breast cysts and tumors (benign).
Used externally for breast lumps, swollen glands, ulcerations, skin irritations and minor injuries, psoriasis
Combined with red clover, figwort and stinging nettle for psoriasis.

Dosage

Capsules: 3 “0” capsules 3x daily.
Infusion: 1 cup 3x daily.
Usage should be restricted to short term, no longer than
four or five days for internal use.

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