Traditional Uses: Traditionally used by Native American tribes to treat gastrointestinal problems, coughs, colds, pneumonia, sore throats, and skin conditions, and as a mouthwash; leaves were used as a tea substitute during the Revolutionary War.
Potential Benefits: Herbalists value red root as a lymphatic cleanser to promote lymphatic drainage, reduce swollen lymph nodes, support the spleen, and address conditions such as tonsillitis, chronic skin problems, and fibroid cysts; it exhibits astringent, anti-inflammatory, and mild expectorant properties.
Warnings: Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data; may affect blood clotting—caution advised for individuals with clotting disorders or those taking anticoagulant medications; high doses may cause digestive discomfort due to tannin content.
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