Family

• Asteraceae

Constituents

• Flavonoids (hyperoside)
• Quercetin
• Phenolic glycosides
• Camphor oil and saponins
• Essential oils
• Tannins, bitter active ingredients

Parts used

• Flowers, Leaves and Stem

Properties

• Diuretic
• Antispasmodic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antifungal

Indications

• Inflammation of the kidneys and bladder
• Kidney stones
• Cystitis
• Albuminuria
• Prostate disorders
• Pyelonephritis

Side effects

-

Contraindications

Certain cardiac disorders, pulmonary edema, and chronic kidney disease.

Interactions

-

Forms of use

• Tea / Infusion
• Mother tincture