Cheery yellow flowers in early autumn on a tall plant,
goldenrod is a superb bee plant, and is kind to your kidneys. It has
been used for urinary tract infections as well as for strengthening the
kidneys and for kidney stones. The German Commission E has officially
approved goldenrod for the treatment of bladder and urinary system
inflammations. It is used to treat allergic rhinitis or seasonal
allergies, wounds, colds and flus and soother a swollen throat. It makes
a pleasant tea which apparently contains 7 times the antioxidant levels
of green tea!
Easy to grow in any moderately fertile moisture retentive soil in sun or semi-shade. It grows 1.8 x 1.0 meters.
Canadian Goldenrod. Solidago Canadensis – Kidney herb
Family: Caryophyllaceae
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Frost Hardiness: Hardy in Katoomba
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Country of Origin: Eastern Cape of South Africa
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Common names: African Dream Root, Undlela Ziimhlophe (White Ways/Paths), Ubulawu
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