Avens

Species (Family)
Geum urbanum L. (Rosaceae)

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Synonyms(s)
Benedict's Herb, Colewort, Geum, Herb Benner


Part(s) Used
Herb

Food Use
Avens is listed by the Council of Europe as a natual source of food flavouring (category N2). This category indicates that avens can be added to foodstuffs in small quantites, with a possible limitation of an active principle (as yet unspecified) in the final product.


Herbal User
Avens is stated to possess antidiarrhoeal, antihaemorrhagic, and febrifugal properties. It has been used for diarrhoea, catarrhal colitis, passive uterine haemorrhage, intermittent fevers, and specifically for ulcerative colitis.


Dosage
Dried herb 1-4g or by infusion three times daily.


Liquid extract 1-4mL (1:1 in 25% alcohol) three times daily

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