Western Herbalism
Stone Root
Collinsonia canadensis
Also known as Richweed, Horsebalm, Heal-All, Knob Root, Hardhack, Horse weed, Ox-balm, Collinsonia.
Limited modern clinical evidence primarily traditional/Eclectic use acts specifically on venous congestion and mucous membrane irritation, esp. in pelvis, rectum, throat no peer-reviewed RCTs found
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Indications what the tradition reached for it in
- Gastroenteritis with diarrhea
- Portal stasis
- Prolapsus uteri
- Constipation with rectal constriction, heat, weight, dry scybalous feces
- Mitral regurgitation, heart irritation with cough
- Urinary gravel, catarrh, tenesmus
- Pelvic congestion
- Rectal tenesmus, proctitis, anal fistulae
- Chronic laryngitis, pharyngitis, minister's sore throat
- Indigestion, irritative dyspepsia
- Hemorrhoids
- Leukorrhea
- Varicose veins
- Dysmenorrhea
- Bleeding
- Colic
- Cramps
- Debility
- Diarrhea
- Dry cough
- Edema
- Fatigue
- Fluid retention
- Mucosal irritation
- Muscle spasms
- Sore throat
- Urinary disorders
- Weakness
- Cough
- Excessive discharge
Safety
Breastfeeding: Avoid in pregnancy and lactation due to insufficient safety data
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Dosing as the sources wrote it
| Preparation | As written | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Decoction: 1-2 tsp/cup water | ||
| Tincture | Tincture (1:4 dry): 20-60 drops 1-4x/day | 0.4-1.2 mL |
| Fluid extract: 1-3.5 mL | 1-3.5 mL | |
| Specific collinsonia: 1/10-1/2 drop | 0-0.01 mL | |
| Infusion: 1/2-2 fl oz | 14.79-59.15 mL | |
| Dried root 1-4 g as a decoction three times daily | 1000-4000 mg |
Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.
From the sources
Clinical Notes. Limited modern clinical evidence primarily traditional/Eclectic use acts specifically on venous congestion and mucous membrane irritation, esp. in pelvis, rectum, throat no peer-reviewed RCTs found
Therapy. Collinsonia is a remedy for venous stasis and for irritation of the mucosa. Chiefly it meets one prime condition and the many disorders dependent thereon. This is atony of the venous circulation, whether due to relaxation of the blood vessels or to lack of tone in the venous side of the heart.
Therapy. It is a specific remedy for hemorrhoids. If they are of recent origin they can be cured in a comparatively short time with this agent. The most intractable cases will be relieved and permanently benefited by its persistent use.
Properties and Uses. The roots yield their properties to hot water and to diluted alcohol. They are mildly stimulant, with very moderate astringent qualities, and somewhat diffusive. They act upon the nerves, skin, mucous membranes, and kidneys; and leave behind a gently tonic impression.
Drawn from Cook's Physio-Medical Dispensatory; Scudder's Specific Medication and Specific Medicines; King's American Dispensatory, 18th edition (Felter and Lloyd); Ellingwood's American Materia Medica, Therapeutics and Pharmacognosy, and the Bountiful Herbs editorial.
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