Cranesbill Root

Botanical:  Geranium maculatum
Family: Geraniaceae (geranium)

Other common names: Alum Root, Spotted Cranesbill, Geranium, Wild Geranium, Spotted Geranium, Dovefoot, Tormentil, Storksbill, Wild Cranesbill, Crowfoot, American Kino Root, Old Maid's Nightcap, Shameface, Alum Bloom

Cranesbill Root is a North American herb that has been used in traditional Native American medicine for centuries in the treatment of inflammation and hemorrhoids.

It is a powerful astringent and is useful in restoring venous health, reducing passive bleeding, and treating diarrhea. Cranesbill Root has also been determined to be active against the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

Disclaimer:
The information presented herein by Viable Herbal Solutions is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

History and Uses:
Cranesbill is native to North America and grows to about two feet in height with an erect stem that is unbranched, and with leaves that are deeply divided and toothed. 

Cranesbill has pinkish-purple flowers that grow in pairs in late Spring, giving way to a

pod that is divided into five cells with a seed in each. Cranesbill is a strong astringent,

due to its high tannin content, and was introduced to medicine by the Native American Indians.  Knowledgeable American physicians still use it to reduce inflammation of

mucous membranes, curb irritation of hemorrhoidal tissue and to restore venous health.

Cranesbill is an especially powerful astringent for passive bleeding, as occurs in hematuria, hemotysis and menorrhagia, and it has a potent healing effect on the entire gastrointestinal tract.  Cranesbill has been found to be active against tuberculosis bacteria, and it was also relied on by early American Indians to treat diarrhea, dysentery and leukorrhea, among other conditions.

Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) Capsules, two (2) to three (3) times each day with water at mealtimes.

Contraindications:
Cranesbill is not recommended for long-term use, as excessive use may cause liver damage.

Capsule Information:
Our Cranesbill Root supplements are encapsulated in 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, Certified Kosher, size "00" Capsules. (click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs.