-IBIS-1.5.0-
rx
herb
Trillium spp. (Trillium)
botanicals
definition
botanical name(s): Trillium erectum, T. pendulum, T. kamtschaticum, T. tschonoskii
synonyms: trillium, birthroot, wake robin, bethroot
part(s) used: rhizome
qualities:
affinities:
actions: astringent, antihemorrhagic and expectorant
dosage:
» powder: 0.5 - 1 g.
» tincture: 2 - 4 ml.
therapy:
» infusion: menorrhagia, hematuria; douche: leukorrhea
» poultice: varicose veins and other ulcers
AHPA Botanical Safety Rating: 2b
toxicity: 3; see saponin and cardiac glycoside toxidromes
» caution is advised during pregnancy; potential for stimulating uterine contractions
» saponins within the root may induce oral and gastrointestinal irritation; cardioactive side-effects resembling those of the digitalis glycosides may also occur (Spoerke, p. 32; Claus and Tyler)
» this plant is considered endangered and is protected by law
constituents: saponin glycosides, steroidal saponins, flavonol glycoside
footnotes
Spoerke, DG, Jr., 1980. Herbal Medications. Santa Barbara, CA: Woodbridge Press Publishing Company.