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Agrimonia

Agrimonia/Agrimony -- Native to Europe, Western Asia, And North Africa. Can be found in Canada and the US. Grows in open feilds

Used for :

Sore throat, upset stomach, mild diarrhea, IBS, diabetes, gallbladder disorders, fluid retention, cancer, tuberculosis, bleeding, corns and warts.

As a gargle : heart tonic, sedative, and antihistamine

Applied directly to skin : used as mild drying agent and for redness of the skin and inflammation

Used as a treatment for cutaneous porphyria -- makes skin very sensitive to sunlight

Tannis in the herb help conditions like diarrhea

For cutaneous porphyria : take crushed agrimonia by mouth 3 to 4 times a day to reduce the forming of sores on skin

How to Harvest :

Prefers full sun, very sturdy and can handle partial shade. Start sowing in winter, keep seed in the fridge for a few weeks before spring planting. Agrimonia is invasive so grow in containers.

Harvest in midsummer or when flowers come into bloom, cut the whole plant and hang to dry. Harvest leaves as needed

Leaves, flowers and stems can be used in herbal remedies, dry and store for later time.

Warnings :

May decreases iron levels

May be unsafe for pregnancies because it is possible this will affect menstrual cycle

Unknown whether you can take this while breastfeeding

Diabetes : may decrease blood sugar levels

Do not use 2 weeks before a surgery, could cause unwanted blood pressure problems

Using this herb while you are using a diabetes medication will lower your blood pressure too much // make sure to monitor closely if you do choose to use herb while on medication

Spiritual meaning and uses :

Elemental association: Air

Planet association : Jupiter

Astrological sign : Cancer

Commonly used for protection and for attracting positive energies

Use to help restore balance and to help find true feelings

Use to banish negativity / said to reverse harmful spells done unto you

Help strengthen healing

Extras :

Agrimonia contains tannins which is a chemical that absorbs substances in intestine and stomach

Taking any form of this herb may decreases the effectiveness of a medication you are on, so if you still wish to use this while on medication, wait 1-2 hours after meds before taking herb orally

Sources :

https://www.rxlist.com/agrimony/supplements.htm

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5998341/

https://shop.eyeofhorus.biz/Agrimony-p/777401.htm

https://witchipedia.com/book-of-shadows/herblore/agrimony/

https://www.herbco.com/c-97-agrimony.aspx