Bulk Herbs Wild Indigo Root Powder C/S Wildcrafted

Wild Indigo / Baptisia tinctoria / Baptisia / Clover broom / Horsefly weed / Indigo broom / Rattlebush / Shoofly / Yellow Indigo

The medicinal parts of wild indigo are in the roots. Wild indigo has antibiotic and immune-stimulating effects as well as anticatarrhal properties.

Wild Blue Indigo Uses

Baptisia australis, commonly known as Blue Wild Indigo or Blue False Indigo. Additional common names of this plant exist, such as Indigo Weed, Rattleweed, Rattlebush and Horse Fly Weed. The common name “blue false indigo” is derived from it being used as a substitute for the superior dye producing plant, namely Indigofera tinctoria.

Native Americans used root tea of False blue indigo as an emetic and purgative. A cold tea was given to stop vomiting, a root poultice used as an anti-inflammatory, and bits of the root were held in the mouth to treat toothaches. Baptisia species are being investigated for use as a potential stimulant of the immune system. A decoction of stems has been used for pneumonia, tuberculosis and influenza, tips of stems combined with twigs of the Utah juniper, Juniperus osteosperma, have been used as a kidney medicine. Baptisia has also been used as a tea (tisane) for smallpox and externally as a cleansing wash.

Wild Indigo Antibiotic

Wild indigo has been used for centuries as a natural antibiotic against infections, and also has an immune-enhancing effect, and a strong decongestant.

Taking wild indigo orally in the form of a tincture was found to result in a 30-percent increase in the number of white blood cells in the body within two to three hours of taking it. White blood cells are the cells that fight infection. The antibiotic and decongestant effects of wild indigo are most useful in treating upper respiratory infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis, and works well in treating infections of the chest, gastrointestinal tract, and skin. When combined with Burdock, Wild Indigo reduces swollen lymph nodes, and when used with Echinacea it is helpful in treating viral conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome. For the best effective treatment of infections, combine wild indigo with Echinacea or myrrh. A decoction of the root is often used externally in treating sore or infected nipples and other infected skin conditions. As a gargle or mouthwash wild indigo herb works well on canker sores, gum infections, and sore throats.

Wild Indigo has been used as a dye and for medicinal purposes for over 4,000 years. The New England Mohegans used the root for treating cuts and wounds. During the 19th century the extracts from this plant were used to treat typhoid fever. Wild Indigo has antiseptic, anti-microbial, antibacterial, and immuno-stimulant qualities

Wild Indigo Information

Wild Indigo is an erect annual with blue-green leaves that turn blue-black when dried. It has canary-yellow flowers and an oblong pod and has been used as a dye and for medicinal purposes for over 4,000 years. The New England Mohegans used the root for treating cuts and wounds. During the 19th century the extracts from this plant were used to treat typhoid fever. Wild Indigo has antiseptic, anti-microbial, antibacterial, and immuno-stimulant qualities.

Wild Indigo Dosage Information

Wild Indigo comes in various forms — Wild Indigo Root Powder Wildcrafted, Wild Indigo Root C/S Wildcrafted, Wild Indigo Extract Tincture, and is an ingredient in many products. This plant can be poisonous therefore, it is best to seek the advise of a physician or qualified herbalist for the recommended dosage for treating your condition. For external use, read and follow product label directions.

The recommended Dosage Wild Indigo tincture is to take two to four milliliters three times a day.

Wild indigo also can be used in powder, capsule, or tablet form. You can buy Bulk Herbs Wild Indigo Root Powder C/S Wildcrafted by clicking on the links below.