Meadowsweet Medicinal Uses

Meadowsweet Medicinal Uses are many and the herb has been used for centuries due to its high supply of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Early Romans reported its use as a sacred herb.  Filipendula ulmaria, commonly known as Meadowsweet or mead wort, is a perennial herb in the family Rosaceae that grows in damp meadows. It is native throughout most of Europe and Western Asia.

Common Names: Queen of the meadow, pride of the meadow, meadow-wort, meadow queen, lady of the meadow, dollof, meadsweet, and bridewort.

Meadowsweet Medicinal Uses Overview

Meadowsweet is an effective anti-inflammatory herb, containing the chemical constituent salicylic acid which is similar to Aspirin. It also contains flavonoids and tannins. Tannins help decrease inflammation and also mucus.

Among its benefits, it may help in the treatment of:

• Headache.
• Stomach and intestinal problems such as peptic ulcer, dyspepsia, flatulence and diarrhea.
• Heartburn.
• Joint pain, Arthritis & Gout.
• Muscle cramps.
• Fever,  Colds and flu-like infections.
• Skin conditions such as acne.

Caution: Meadowsweet should not be used by pregnant women, those taking painkillers, or people with sensitivity to aspirin or other salicylate-containing drugs.

Meadowsweet Herbal Preparations and Uses

Parts Used: Aerial parts

• Tincture
• Compresses
• Infusions

Meadowsweet Herbal Recipes

Meadowsweet Tea

• Pour 1 cup of boiled water over approximately 1 tablespoon of dry, loose herb.
• Steep covered for 15-20min.
• Strain, drink and enjoy.