Hemp agrimony
Eupatorium cannabinum · Asteraceae
A crossing plant — kept in both Haitian & Caribbean and Adriatic & Balkan traditions. Two shores, one root.
Hemp agrimony
Eupatoire chanvrine
Eupatorium cannabinum
Asteraceae
Traditionally used
Hemp agrimony — a tall riverside herb once taken as a choleretic and laxative for the liver. ⚠ Modern caution overrides the old use: it contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which are toxic to the liver and cannot be taken safely internally, and it is emetic at higher doses. Kept here as a documented plant, not a recommended remedy.
In three languages
Français — Eupatoire chanvrine — grande herbe des berges jadis prise comme cholérétique et laxatif du foie. ⚠ La prudence moderne l'emporte sur l'usage ancien : elle contient des alcaloïdes pyrrolizidiniques, toxiques pour le foie et sans emploi interne sûr, et elle est émétique à dose élevée. Consignée ici comme plante documentée, non comme remède recommandé.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Sources & lineage
Pyrrolizidine-alkaloid toxicology (EMA); European phytotherapy
Kept alongside