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Tormentilla in Herbalist: Property of the Tormentilla

Scientific name

Potentilla tormentilla

Family

Rosaceae

Origin

Europe

Synonyms

Tormentilla

Used Parts

Drug consisting of the rhizomes deprived of the roots

Chemical constituents

  • Catechic tannins;
  • Ellagi-tannins;
  • Pseudosaponine;
  • Phenylpropanoic derivatives;
  • Essential oil;
  • Polyphenols.

Tormentilla in Herbalist: Property of the Tormentilla

The tormentilla has a double use, in fact, internally it is an effective remedy for diarrhea (capsules), while externally it is useful in vaginitis (lavender) and in inflammation of the airways (mouthwash).

Contraindications

Avoid taking tormentilla in case of gastritis, vomiting or hypersensitivity to one or more components.

Pharmacological Interactions

  • iron: tannins precipitate iron salts.