Description: Stillingia Stillingia sylvatica, L.
Classifications: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, emetic, expectorant.
Common Names: Stillingia, Queen's Delight, Queen's Root, Yaw Root, Silver Leaf.
Parts Used: Root.
Historical Uses
Named after Dr. B. Stillingfleet, Stillingia has been widely used internally in the treatment of chronic constipation, liver inflammation, gallstones, urinary infections and bronchitis. It has often been given for syphilitic complaints in place of mercury. It is also said to be useful in cases of cystic fibrosis, engorged lymphatics, and croup, as well as in the external treatment of hemorrhoids, laryngitis, eczema, and psoriasis.
Contraindications: None.
Adverse reactions: Avoid excessive consumption.
Dosage: 10 to 40 drops per meal. For crisis condition of croup, 5 to 20 drops, repeated as often as needed. Give a chance to work before administering more. Externally for croup, rub on chest and back and wrap up warm.
