Medicinal Uses of agrimony

Medicinal Uses of Agrimony:
An infusion of the leaves is used to treat jaundice and other liver ailments. Agrimony is also used in treating ulcers, diarrhea, and skin problems. It is often recommended as a diuretic. Externally, a poultice or soak is used to treat athlete’s foot, sores, slow-healing wounds, to stop bleeding, and insect bites. Gargle with an infusion of agrimony to relieve sore throats, inflamed gums, and laryngitis.

Agrimony makes a good gargle for inflammations of the mouth and throat.  Taken internally a tea made from the leaves is useful for kidney, liver, and spleen problems and for gallstones.

It is sometimes recommended for chronic gall-bladder problems, accompanied by excess acidity in the stomach.  The root can be soaked to make a drink that relieves constipation and strengthens the liver.

Common misspelling of Agrimony - Agrimone, Agremony , Agrimonie