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Organic Hydrangea Root Extract

Organic Hydrangea Root Extract

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Organic Hydrangea Root Extract (Hydrangea arborescens)

Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens), commonly known as Wild Hydrangea or Seven Bark, is a deciduous shrub native to the eastern United States, with a long history of traditional use by Native American peoples — particularly the Cherokee — and a well-established place in Western herbal medicine since the 19th century. It is one of the most important urinary and kidney herbs in the North American herbal tradition and was widely used by the Eclectic physicians of the 19th century for urinary and kidney wellness.

Hydrangea root is classified as a diuretic, antilithic, and anti-inflammatory herb in Western herbal medicine — categories of herbs traditionally used to support urinary flow, kidney wellness, and inflammatory balance. This extract is prepared in 60% alcohol from certified organic Hydrangea root.

Naturally Occurring Compounds

  • Hydrangin (umbelliferone) — a naturally occurring coumarin; the primary bioactive compound in Hydrangea root
  • Thunberginols — naturally occurring dihydroisocoumarins unique to Hydrangea species; among the most researched compounds in Hydrangea
  • Saponins — naturally occurring compounds contributing to Hydrangea’s traditional diuretic properties
  • Flavonoids — including rutin and quercetin
  • Alkaloids — naturally occurring compounds present in the root
  • Resin — naturally present in the root; contributing to its traditional properties

Traditional Herbal Use

Urinary & Kidney Wellness

Hydrangea root is one of the most important urinary and kidney herbs in the North American herbal tradition, with a long traditional history of use for urinary and kidney wellness. It is classified as an antilithic and diuretic herb in Western herbal medicine — categories of herbs traditionally used to support urinary flow and kidney wellness. It was one of the most widely used herbs among the 19th century Eclectic physicians for urinary and kidney support and remains a staple of contemporary Western herbal practice for this purpose. Renowned herbalist Christopher Hobbs includes Hydrangea as a key herb for urinary and kidney wellness in his Herbal Therapeutics Database.

Prostate & Bladder Wellness

Hydrangea root has a traditional history of use in Western herbal medicine for prostate and bladder wellness. Its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties have made it a traditional inclusion in herbal formulas for prostate and bladder support.

Musculoskeletal & Inflammatory Wellness

Hydrangea root has a traditional history of use in Western herbal medicine for musculoskeletal and inflammatory wellness. Its naturally occurring thunberginol and flavonoid content have generated research interest in the context of inflammatory wellness, and it has a traditional history of use in herbal formulas for musculoskeletal support.

Antioxidant Wellness

Hydrangea root is naturally rich in flavonoids and coumarins, contributing to its traditional use as an antioxidant herb in herbal practice.

How to Use

Take 20–30 drops under the tongue or in a little juice or water, up to 2–3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Drink plenty of water when using urinary herbs.

Precautions

Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without practitioner guidance. Not recommended for long-term continuous use without practitioner guidance. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you have a kidney condition or are taking diuretic medications. High doses may cause dizziness or gastric irritation — use at recommended doses only.

Ingredients

Organic Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) root, 60% alcohol.

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Content provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.

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