rumex crispus (L)
Polygonaceae

PART USED: root

CAUTION
Large doses should be avoided due to the oxalate content.

High in Iron.

ACTIONS
Astringent
Cholagogue
Tonic

Known as a medicinal plant since ancient times,
yellow dock has been used as a laxative or mild astringent tonic.
In the nineteenth century, it was concidered a "blood purifier"
and was prescribed for eruptive diseases, such as scofula,
and skin problem.
The ointment os valuable for itching, sores,
swelling and scabby eruptions.

American Indians applied crushed yellow dock leaves
to boils and the pulverized roots to cuts.

DECOCTION
Boil 1 teaspoon root in one cup water.
Tale 1 ti 2 cups a day.

POWDER
For skin problemsrgw dose is 12 grains.