Brand name: Black Root
Latin name: Leptandra virginica
Other names: Beaumont Root, Bowman's Root, Culver's Root, Oxadoddy, Physic Root, Tall Speedwell, Tall Veronica, Whorlywort
A Remedy For
Constipation
Liver and gallbladder problems
Black Root can also be used to induce vomiting.
What It Is; Why It Works
Black Root promotes perspiration, relieves gas, promotes bile flow from the gallbladder, and encourages movement of the bowels.
A perennial herb roughly 31/2 feet in height, Black Root originated in the eastern United States, but now it grows in other areas as well. The root and fleshy underground stem are used medicinally. The fresh root is considerably more potent than the dried.
Avoid If...
No known medical conditions preclude the use of Black Root.
Special Cautions
At customary dosage levels, Black Root poses no risks.
Possible Drug Interactions
No interactions have been reported.
Special Information If You Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding
No harmful effects are known.
How To Prepare
The root is taken in powdered form.
Typical Dosage
There are no formal guidelines on record.
Overdosage
No information on overdosage is available.