Two plants particularly rich in tannins are grouped under the term Potentilla, respectively called:
tormentilla (Pontetilla tormentilla Nec. = P. erecta L. Rau.)
and argentina (Potentilla anserina L.).
Potentilla tormentilla
Botanical name: Pontetilla tormentilla Nec. = P. erecta L. Rau.
Family: Rosaceae
Drug: rhizome
Herbaceous plant widespread in wooded and cool places in central and northern Europe. It has basal leaves divided into three to five lobes, with flowers of a very intense yellow, isolated and composed of four petals (contrary to the characteristic predominant pentamera in the family). Italy can be found in the submontane and alpine areas.
Catechetical tannins (17-22%)
Tormentolo, pigment
Starch
Flavonoids
Saponosides
Astringent, antidiarrheal
Cicatrisants (external use)
Hemostatic, anti-inflammatory
Antibiotics to some micro-
organisms, antivirals
MAIN INDICATIONS: the rhizomes of tormentilla are particularly rich in tannins; therefore, if taken orally, they are a valid natural remedy against diarrhea. In the form of rinses they are indicated in the symptomatic treatment of inflammations of the oral cavity (canker sores, mouth ulcers, etc.).
FURTHER INDICATIONS: tormentilla is indicated not only in the symptomatic treatment of oral inflammations, but also in that of other accessible mucous membranes. The healing and antibacterial properties justify its topical use for the cleansing of sores and wounds, also benefiting from the stimulating action on skin repairing processes.
The astringent properties of tormentilla can make it a useful hemostatic remedy to stop bleeding of various kinds, such as epistaxis and bleeding from hemorrhoids.The anti-inflammatory and haemostatic action makes it particularly suitable for the local treatment of gingivitis and stomatitis, through gargling or brushing with undiluted dye. The tormentilla, and even more the argentina, are indicated - in the form of irrigations - also in the treatment of leucorrhea.
NOTES: tannins cause vasoconstriction, hindering vasodilation and the consequent increase in vascular permeability that accompany inflammatory phenomena. When applied topically to damaged skin or mucosa, they bind tenaciously to epithelial cell proteins. Once in contact with the intestinal mucosa, therefore, the tannins decrease its permeability, producing an astringent effect particularly useful in the presence of diarrhea. At this and other levels, protein coagulation leads to the formation of a protective and antisecretive layer, useful for preventing the passage of pathogenic microorganisms and calming local inflammation.
METHOD "D" USE AND DOSAGE:
Infusion (for internal use): single dose prepared with 1.4 - 4 grams of drug (dried and finely chopped tormentilla rhizome), in 300 ml of water, to be consumed several times a day up to a maximum daily dosage of 12 grams of drug. Take as directed by the herbalist.
Decoction (for internal use): single dose prepared with 1.4 - 3 grams of drug (dried rhizome of tormentilla) in 300 ml of water, to be consumed several times a day up to a maximum daily dosage of 6 grams of drug. the indications of the herbalist.
Decoction (for rinsing, gargling, compresses and external use): 50 grams of drug (dried rhizome of tormentilla) per liter of water.
Powder / dry extract: take 4-6 grams of drug per day divided into three intakes, as recommended by the herbalist or the product label.
Potentilla or Tormentilla - Properties and Uses in Phytotherapy and Homeopathy
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SIDE EFFECTS, CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS
Contact your doctor if diarrhea persists after three to four days of treatment with potentilla tormentilla. Given the absence of reliable data on the toxicity profile in such conditions, its use in pregnancy, lactation and under 14 years is not recommended.
The use of herbal preparations, including those based on tormentilla, can negatively interfere with the absorption of other drugs, increasing or decreasing their therapeutic effect. It is therefore advisable to take this remedy at least 2-3 hours after " taking medicines.
In sensitive patients, treatment with potentilla tormentilla may cause episodes of nausea and vomiting.
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