1 oz. (28 grams) Hydrangea Root Powder (Hydrangea arborescens) Also known asHydrangea arborescens, seven barks, wild Hydrangea, and mountain Hydrangea.IntroductionThe hydrangea has shown up in the fossil record as far back as 70 million years ago in North America, and in Asia as far back as 25 million years ago. This stately flower is native to the southeastern United States and northeastern Asia. It grows near water, hence its name. The name is derived from the Greek, meaning water vase. They were brought to England in the 1730’s where the popularity as an ornamental grew quite rapidly. The grayish roots used in herbal medicine have little odor but a sweet and pungent taste. The Cherokee Indians were the first known to have observed the usefulness of the herb in treating kidney stones, as well as externally for wounds, burns and sore muscles. Traditional Chinese medicine use the whole plant as part of a cure for malaria. English folklore calls it an unlucky plant for young ladies looking for a husband. It has been said that people who allow the plant to grow near their house have cursed their daughters to the life of a spinster.ConstituentsCalcium, chromium, cobalt, kaempferol, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, potassium, quercetin, rutin, selenium, silicon, sodium, tin, zinc.Parts UsedDried rhizome and roots.Typical PreparationsTraditionally used as a tea or in sugar syrup. May also be taken as a capsule or extract. Found in cosmetic preparations.SummaryA scientific study published in Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry in 2003 noted that hydrangea root extracts have greater antioxidant power in liver tissue than milk thistle and turmeric combined. The findings of Japanese researchers amplify observations of nineteenth-century American physicians who used hydrangea primarily as a treatment for “kidney gravel,” small stones in the kidneys that could be passed with a minimum of pain after treatment with the herb. Physicians of the time also used hydrangea as a treatment for chronic chest pain caused by bronchitis. Hydrangea root powder has a greater diuretic effect than other preparations of the herb , but it has less of an effect on pain.Precautions Overdosing can cause dizziness and headache. Not recommended for long term use, or if you have a history of Liver or Kidney problems. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.Save on shipping if all items are paid for in one Paypal transaction If you are looking for larger quantities, or other herbs not listed, please inquire with “Ask seller a question” If you have a problem with your purchase, please contact me first before leaving feedback, so we can reach resolution promptly and efficiently. I intend to please and am always honest and reasonable in my business transactions for over 10 years. Bid With Confidence! Read my feedback. I’m a very interactive seller and have high marks for cooperative selling. I guarantee this will be a positive EBay experience for you. The information in the listing is just a brief description found on the internet that describes the item, please do your own research before purchasing, or contact a health professional for futher information about this item. Ebay does not allow me to give any medical advice pertaining to any of the herbal tems 1 Ounce (oz) = 28 Grams(gm) = 28000 Milligrams(mg) Please Note: As I do my best to keep the pictures in the description current, The color, cut, and packaging may vary slightly as I do not purchase more than I can sell in a couple months, and these can be different from batch to batch. Be assured that you are receiving the item you purchased Shipping for each additional item is $0.25 if all items are paid for in one Paypal transaction. Shipping discounts should automatically be applied when you check out, If not, Please click “Request Total”. If you choose to pay for items individually, the shipping discount will not be applied. Please note: Feedback is left automatically, once it is received…. If you plan on purchasing multiple items, all you need to do is add them to your cart first, then click checkout when finished, then all items will have discounted shipping charges.if you do pay for the items individually, they will be shipped by individually, so if you want to save money on your order, add to cart first.