Solidago in Herbalist: Property of Solidago

Scientific name

Solidago virga aurea

Family

Asteraceae (Compositae)

Origin

Europe

Synonyms

Parts Used

Drug consisting of the flowering tops and the rhizome

Chemical constituents

• Tannins;
• Triterpene saponins;
• Essential oil;
• Polysaccharides;
• Diterpenes;
• Carotenoids;
• Phenolic glycosides (among which leiocarposide stands out);
• Phenolcarboxylic acids;
• Poliini;
• Derivatives of caffeic acid.

Solidago in Herbalist: Property of Solidago

The flowering tops of the solidago (or goldenrod, if you prefer) and the rhizome are mainly used for their diuretic, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties (although there are no certain clinical studies to support the therapeutic efficacy of this plant) .