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CranesbillFind ProductsAlso indexed as:Geranium maculatum, Alum Root, Old Maid's Nightcap, Wild Geranium, Alum Bloom  © Steven FosterBotanical names: Geranium maculatumHow It WorksCranesbill is high in tannins, which may account for its anti-diarrheal activity.2 Little scientific research exists to clarify cranesbill’s constituents and actions. How to Use ItA tea can be prepared by boiling 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 grams) of the root for ten to fifteen minutes in 2 cups (500 ml) of water.3 People can drink three (750 ml) or more cups per day. Cranesbill tincture (approximately 1/2 teaspoon or 3 ml) three times per day is also commonly used, although generally in combination with other herbs, for diarrhea. Dried, powdered cranesbill root is sometimes used in an herbal combination to treat Crohn’s disease; however, there are no scientific studies to support this combination. Copyright © 2025 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved. Learn more about TraceGains, the company. The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2025. |