Ceanothus {Ceanothus velutinus}
Rhamnaceae family {Buckhorn}
Common Names ~
red root, ceanothus, snowbrush, tobacco brush
Energetics ~
Aromatic, astringent, bitter
Herbal Actions ~
Lymphatic Alterative, Astringent
Useful for recurrent infections with lymphatic congestion
Lymphagogue – decongests the lymph nodes and lymphatic system thus supporting the health of the spleen
Assists the body with detoxifying + removing excess fluids carrying away pathogens
Body System/Organ affiliation ~
liver, lymph, spleen, blood, digestive, lungs
Herbal Constituents ~
astringent tannins + peptide alkaloids
