Galium odoratum
German May wine herb — dried leaves develop coumarin scent (vanilla/new-mown hay). Traditional in German May bowl (Maibowle). For insomnia, digestive upset, and varicose veins. Contains coumarin (anticoagulant precursor).
Sign in and complete your health profile to see safety warnings personalized to your age, sex, medications, conditions, and allergies for this herb.
If you take any medications, review these interactions carefully.
Blood thinners (coumarin content), hepatotoxic drugs.
Full contraindication details are available to signed-in users. Create a free account.
Headache at high doses. Liver damage with chronic use. Safe in small culinary amounts.
Full dosage ranges, extraction ratios, and step-by-step preparation instructions for Sweet Woodruff are available to members.
Create a free accountPersonalized Guidance
Our Herbal Support Finder matches you with herbs based on your wellness goals, health profile, and medications.
