Western Herbalism
Solomon's Seal
Polygonatum biflorum
American P. biflorum chemically and therapeutically similar to European P. multiflorum Leaves and berries cause nausea if ingested, not used medicinally Limited peer-reviewed clinical trials specific to P. biflorum, primarily traditional use documentation
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Indications what the tradition reached for it in
- Chronic dysentery
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Dry cough
- Tendonitis
- Stomach inflammation
- Lung disorders
- Female complaints
- Bruises
- Dry throat
- Boils
- Bleeding of the lungs
- Bowel inflammations
- Arthritis
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Erysipelas
- Pulmonary consumption
- Skin redness
- Burnout
- Bleeding
- Cough
- Debility
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Mucosal irritation
- Sore throat
- Stress
- Weakness
- Inflammation
- Excessive discharge
Safety
The record lists 2 contraindications; open the plate in the library to read them in full.
Dosing as the sources wrote it
| Preparation | As written | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Infusion: 1 oz root/pint boiling water, wineglassful doses | ||
| Decoction: 1-4 oz, 3x daily | ||
| Tincture: fresh root 1:2, 25-75 drops 1-3x daily (herbalist practice) | 0.5-1.5 mL |
Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.
From the sources
Clinical Notes. American P. biflorum chemically and therapeutically similar to European P. multiflorum Leaves and berries cause nausea if ingested, not used medicinally Limited peer-reviewed clinical trials specific to P. biflorum, primarily traditional use documentation
indications. Solomon's Seal is traditionally indicated for: Chronic dysentery, Repetitive stress injuries, Dry cough, Tendonitis, Stomach inflammation, Lung disorders, Female complaints, Bruises, Dry throat, Boils, Bleeding of the lungs, Bowel inflammations, Arthritis, Hemorrhoids, Piles, and 15 further conditions.
dose-reference. Reference preparation/dosing for Solomon's Seal: Infusion: 1 oz root/pint boiling water, wineglassful doses; Decoction: 1-4 oz, 3x daily; Tincture: fresh root 1:2, 25-75 drops 1-3x daily (herbalist practice); Poultice: external for bruises/piles
safety-cautions. Solomon's Seal - Contraindications: May lower blood sugar (monitor in diabetes), Stop 2 weeks before surgery | Side effects: Nausea, Stomach complaints, Diarrhea (large/long-term doses | Safety flags: not considered safe in pregnancy; not considered safe during lactation.
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