A – Z of Herbal Remedies

Other Names: Goldenseal, Yellow Root, Eye Balm, Golden Seal, Orange Root, Yellow Puccoon, Ground Raspberry, Wild Curcuma, Turmeric Root, Indian Dye, Eye Root, Indian Paint, Indian Root, Jaundice Root, Warners, Indian Plant, Hydrastis Canadensis
Traditional Usages: Dye for Clothing, Ulcers in the Mouth, Throat and Intestines, Heartburn, Chronic Dyspepsia, Gastric and Duodenal Ulcers, Painful Excessive Menstruation, Anal and Genital Itching, Ear Infections, Prostatitis, Bleeding Gums, Tinnitus, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Laxative, Sore Eyes, Catarrh, Gastric Catarrh, Loss of Appetite, Constipation, Chronic Inflamation of the Colon and Rectum, Hemorrhoids, Night sweats
Resources: North America, , US, Europe,
Parts Used: Roots, Rhizomes, Resin
Health Warning: Avoid during Pregnancy

Goldenseal and Oregon Grape Root – Herbal remedy for Jock Itch: Infuse some fresh or dried goldenseal or Oregon grape root to one litre of boiling water. Let it cool down, strain and wash affected area with the infusion.

• Jock Itch