Scientific name
Potentilla tormentilla
Family
Rosaceae
Origin
Europe
Synonyms
TormentillaParts Used
Drug consisting of rhizomes deprived of roots
Chemical constituents
- Catechetical tannins;
- Ellagi-tannins;
- Pseudosaponins;
- Phenylpropanoic derivatives;
- Essential oil;
- Polyphenols.
Tormentilla in Herbalist: Property of the Tormentilla
The tormentilla has a double use, in fact internally it is an effective remedy against diarrhea (capsules), while externally it is useful in vaginitis (lavender) and in inflammation of the airways (mouthwash).
Contraindications
Avoid taking tormentilla in case of gastritis, vomiting or ascertained hypersensitivity to one or more components.
Pharmacological interactions
- iron: tannins precipitate iron salts.