Herbs
Boneset (Eupatorium Perfoliatum)
| A.K.A: |
Agueweed, Indian Sage, Feverwort |
| Part Used: |
Entire herb |
| Properties: |
Alterative, Anti-Inflammatory, Antiperiodic, Antiviral, Diaphoretic, Emetic, Febrifuge, Purgative (mild), Nervine, Stimulant |
| Primary Nutrients: |
Calcium, Magnesium, PABA, Potassium, Vitamins C and B-complex |
| Primary Uses: |
Chills, Colds, Coughs, Fever, Flu, Malaria, Pain, Rheumatism, Typhoid Fever, Yellow Fever |
| Secondary Uses: |
Bronchitis, Catarrh, Jaundice, Liver Disorders, Measles, Mumps, Rocky Mountain Spotted fever, Scarlet fever, Throat/sore, Worms |
This herb has been used for fevers and flu. It has been used to restore strength in the stomach and spleen.
Research has shown that boneset contains antiseptic properties and promotes sweating to help in cases of colds and flu. Boneset strengthens the immune system by enhancing the secretion of interferon. Other studies have found boneset to have anti viral properties making it effective against minor viral and bacterial infections by stimulating the white blood cells.
This herb has been used to treat indigestion and pain and may also contain some mild anti-inflammatory agents to help with conditions such as arthritis.
- Used as a mild tonic for indigestion.
- Slow but continuous stimulant and tonic for stomach, liver, bowels, and uterus.
- Before the wide spread of aspirin, boneset tea was one of the most popular home remedies for treating fever and colds.
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