🌿 Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria)

Also known as: Church Steeples • Liverwort • Sticklewort
Family: Rosaceae (Rose family – not related to ragweed)
Origin: Wildcrafted in temperate meadows and field edges of Europe and North America
Parts used: Dried aerial parts (leaves, stems, flowering tops)
Primary use: Internal & External

✨ Description

A graceful, golden wildflower of the rose family, Agrimony carries a subtle, woodsy scent and delicate astringency that lingers on the palate. Once called “the herb that turns sadness into song,” it’s been treasured in European folk traditions for centuries. Its sunny flower spikes and softly serrated leaves dry beautifully into a crisp, aromatic tea herb that feels both grounding and uplifting.

🍵 Dried Herb Uses

As a loose-leaf tea or infusion:
Agrimony’s tannin-rich leaves and stems produce a smooth, golden brew with a mildly bitter yet honeyed tone—refreshing when sipped warm or cool.

Digestive Support: Helps tone the stomach and digestive tract, easing mild diarrhea, bloating, or sluggish digestion.
Liver & Gallbladder Tonic: Traditionally used to support gentle liver detoxification and bile flow.
Respiratory & Throat Comfort: Used as a soothing gargle or warm tea for sore throats, hoarseness, or overworked vocal cords.
Daily Vitality: Many herbalists enjoy agrimony tea as a “daily clarity tonic,” combining gentle liver cleansing with emotional lightness.

Directions:
Steep 1–2 teaspoons of dried agrimony in 8–10 oz of hot water for 10–15 minutes.
Sweeten lightly with honey or pair with herbs such as lemon balm, chamomile, or peppermint for a bright and balanced blend.

💧 External Uses

Brewed strong, agrimony tea doubles as a natural skin rinse or compress:

Use on minor wounds, rashes, or oily skin to tone and tighten tissue.
Add to bath water for a gentle full-body astringent soak.
Use as a hair rinse to clarify scalp and restore natural shine.

🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our agrimony is harvested at peak bloom—when its golden steeples reach toward midsummer skies and its active compounds are most concentrated. The aerial parts are hand-cut, shade-dried, and sifted to preserve their natural green-gold color and soft texture.
Best harvested in June to August under dry, sunny conditions to ensure potency.

⚖️ Energetics & Taste

Taste: Mildly bitter, earthy, slightly nutty with a clean, tannic finish.
Energetic profile: Drying and cooling; grounding yet mood-brightening.
Pair with: Calendula for liver cleansing, Chamomile for digestion, or Peppermint for cooling relief.

⚠️ Warnings

Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
May lower blood sugar; use caution with diabetic medications.
High tannin content may reduce absorption of other medications—space doses at least 2 hours apart.
Avoid excessive use if you are prone to constipation or dehydration.
As with all herbs, consult your practitioner before use if you have medical conditions or are on medication.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Agrimony reminds us that healing can be both firm and gentle. Its golden stalks bring light to weary spirits, while its tannins restore structure where there’s weakness—whether in tissue or emotion. This is the perfect everyday herb for those seeking clarity, calm digestion, and balanced inner strength.