Pennsylvania Smartweed

Pennsylvania Smartweed – polygonum pensylvanicum – smartweed is used to treat wounds, diarrhoea, and inflammations. The leaves are astringent, and can be applied, in a wash or poultice to wounds, sores and inflammations. The seed is diuretic, carminative and stimulant. This herb is used in homeopathic rememdies to treat excessive menstrual bleeding and hemorrhoids.

Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Used to treat wounds, diarrhoea, and inflammations. Homepathically used to treat menstrual problems and piles.