White Snakeroot
Ageratina altissima
| Scientific Name | Ageratina altissima |
| Safety Rating | N/A |
| Evidence Level | N/A |
White Snakeroot (Ageratina altissima) is a perennial herb whose root and leaves have been used traditionally for snakebites, scorpion stings, inflammation, respiratory and liver disorders, and for diabetes, urinary and skin conditions. It contains compounds with anti‑inflammatory, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity, but the plant also contains toxic substances such as tremetol that can cause serious neurological and gastrointestinal effects. Because of these toxins, it is contraindicated in pregnancy and should only be used under expert supervision.
Source: PMC: Eclipta Alba, PMC: Sarsaparilla
19 products from NIH DSLD database (verified label data)
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