Sweet Joe Pye Weed vs Hydrangea Root

North American herb used by Cherokee and other tribes for kidney stones (gravel root) and rheumatic conditions. One of the best Native American herbs for kidney stone prevention.

Native American herb used for kidney stones, prostate enlargement, and urinary conditions by Eclectic physicians.

euparin, eutrochium euparoside, flavonoids, tannins

hydrangin, saponins, resin, flavonoids, alkaloids

Treat kidney stones, Urinary tract conditions, Rheumatic conditions, Cherokee kidney medicine

Kidney stones, Prostate enlargement, Urinary tract conditions, Eclectic medicine universal remedy

Antilithic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Antirheumatic

Urinary antilithic, Prostate support, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic

3-5g dried root tea or 3ml tincture 3x daily

2-4g dried root; 2-4ml tincture

Kidney failure, Pregnancy, Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (trace — limit use)

Pregnancy caution, Allergy to Hydrangeaceae

Hepatotoxicity risk with PA content, Diuretic effects

GI upset, Dizziness