Scrophulariaceae
Figwort
Scrophularia nodosa
⚠ Use with Caution
Caution in Pregnancy
Native to: Europe, Asia
Also known as: Knotted Figwort, Common Figwort, Rose Noble, Throatwort
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Parts Used
LeafRoot
Therapeutic Uses
Chronic skin conditions (psoriasis, eczema — alterative), lymphatic congestion, swollen lymph nodes, chronic inflammatory conditions. Specific for skin conditions arising from lymphatic and metabolic stagnation.
Herbal Actions
Alterative, lymphagogue, mild diuretic, cardiac stimulant, anti-inflammatory
Active Constituents
Iridoid glycosides (aucubin, catalpol, harpagide), flavonoids, organic acids, saponins, harpagoside
Preparation Methods
🏺 Tincture☕ Herbal Tea
Traditional Preparation Notes
| Herbal Tea | 1–2 tsp dried herb per 250ml, steep 10 min, 3x daily |
| Tincture | 2–4 ml (1:5, 40% ethanol), 3x daily |
| Notes | Slow-acting alterative — effects develop over 4–12 weeks. Combine with burdock root and cleavers for chronic skin conditions. Avoid cardiotoxic doses — cardiac stimulant action. |
Safety Information
Safety Rating
⚠ Use with Caution
Pregnancy
Caution in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
Possible — consult doctor
Contraindications: Avoid in cardiac disease (cardiac stimulant effect). Avoid in pregnancy. Caution with cardiac medications.
Side Effects: Cardiac effects at high doses. GI irritation. Generally safe at therapeutic doses.