Hydrangea

Hydrangea arborescens

Family: Hydrangeaceae Evidence: T tincturedecoctiontea

Native American kidney stone herb — Cherokee and other nations used it for urinary calculi. Eclectic physicians adopted it for kidney/bladder stones, prostatitis, and UTIs. Root only — leaves/flowers contain cyanogenic glycosides.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Pregnancy. Kidney disease. Use only ROOT — other parts are toxic.

Interactions

Diuretics, lithium, diabetes meds.

Side Effects

GI upset, diarrhea. Dizziness at high doses. Leaves/flowers are TOXIC.

Kidney: May affect kidneys.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.