Goldenrod
Goldenrod is a genus of about 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. Most are herbaceous perennial species found in open areas such as meadows, prairies, and savannas.
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Scientific Name: Solidago virgaurea
Parts Used: Stem, leaves and flowers
Cautions:
Healing Properties
How to Use:
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below). However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.
Grow/Harvest Yourself:
Buy Goldenrod
Buy Goldenrod Essential Oil
Scientific Name: Solidago virgaurea
Parts Used: Stem, leaves and flowers
Cautions:
- Avoid if you are allergic to pollen.
Healing Properties
- Astringent, anti-infective, aromatic, alterative, diuretic, detoxifying
- Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic
- Used for flu, sore throat, bronchitis, coughs, respiratory congestion, measles, malaria, kidney/bladder issues
- Also used for flatulence, vomiting, headaches, arthritis, eczema and reduce heavy menstrual flow
- Externally used for headaches, wounds and insect bites (crushed fresh leaves)
How to Use:
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below). However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.
- Add fresh or dried herb to food and beverages.
- Can be taken in store-bought capsule or extract form.
- Essential Oils: Apply externally
- How to Dry Herbs
- How to Make Herbal Teas/Infusions/Decoctions
- How to Make Herbal Vinegars
- How to Make Herbal Syrups
- How to Make Herbal Tinctures & Glycerites
- How to Make Herbal Infused Oils
- How to Make Herbal Ointments & Creams
- How to Make Herbal Poultices & Compresses
- How to Make Herbal Electuaries & Oxymels
- How to Make Herbal Lozenges, Gummies, Capsules
- How to Make Herbal Suppositories & Pessaries
- How to Make Herbal Baths, Steams & Hair Rinses
Grow/Harvest Yourself:
- Buy Goldenrod Seeds
- Harvest anytime during growing season.
- Zone: 4
- Average to poor soil
- Full sun