Potentilla
OTHER NAME(S): Anserina, Ansérine, Argentine, Bec d'Oie, Crampweed, Goose Grass, Goose Tansy, Goosewort, Herbe aux Oies, Moor Grass, Potentille, Potentille Ansérine, Potentille des Oies, Prince's Feather, Richette, Silverweed, Silverweed Cinquefoil, Trailing Tansy, Wild Agrimony, Wild Tansy, Argentina anserina, synonym Potentilla anserina, Prince's Feathers
Overview
Potentilla (Argentina anserina) is a plant native to North America. It also grows in cool areas of the northern hemisphere and is used as medicine.
Potentilla contains chemicals that might have antidiabetic and antioxidant effects.
People sometimes use potentilla for diarrhea, hemorrhoids, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Don't confuse potentilla with other plants with similar common names, including agrimony, amaranth, clivers, tormentil, or jewelweed. These are not the same.
Uses
We currently have no information for Potentilla overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Potentilla is possibly safe. Side effects might include stomach irritation.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if potentilla is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Potentilla is possibly safe. Side effects might include stomach irritation.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if potentilla is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if potentilla is safe when used during pregnancy or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Potentilla overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of potentilla might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
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- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
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- Yang D, Wang L, Zhai J, et al. Characterization of antioxidant, a-glucosidase and tyrosinase inhibitors from the rhizomes of Potentilla anserina L. and their structure-activity relationship. Food Chem. 2021 Jan 30;336:127714.
- Guo T, Qing Wei J, Ping Ma J. Antitussive and expectorant activities of Potentilla anserina. Pharm Biol. 2016;54(5):807-11.