Agrimony

Identity

Common Name

Agrimony

Scientific Name

Agrimonia eupatoria

Botanical Family

Rosaceae

Native Region

Europe and western Asia

Cultivation Regions

Europe, North America, Asia

Plant Parts Used

Aerial parts

Synonyms

Church Steeples, Sticklewort, Cocklebur

Caffeine Level

Caffeine Free

An erect perennial with pinnate compound leaves of toothed leaflets and a tall slender spike of small five-petalled yellow flowers, with tiny burr-like fruits below; the aerial parts are the part used.

Historical Background

Agrimony has been a sacred European and Anglo-Saxon herb for millennia, added to healing salves and sipped as a gentle throat and digestive tea. Its slender yellow flower spikes brew a mild, honey-toned cup long associated with wound and throat traditions.

Earliest recorded uses: European and Anglo-Saxon traditions for millennia; a sacred digestive and throat herb.

Traditional Uses

These uses document historical traditions and do not imply proven effectiveness.

Flavor & Aroma

Aroma: Mild, slightly astringent, honeyed, green

Tea Information

Research Summary

Agrimony has a long European tradition as a throat and digestive herb; preclinical work shows antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Clinical evidence is insufficient; it is not a treatment for sore throat, IBS, or any disease, though it remains a gentle folk tea.

Evidence levels reflect the currently available scientific literature and may change as new research emerges. Where evidence is limited or conflicting, this is stated plainly.

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