Clivers (Cleavers)(Galium aparine) Aerials Dried loose 1kg

Botanical name –

Galium aparine

Herbal actions:

• Diuretic – Substance that increases urinary output.
• Alternative -largely used to treat chronic skin and musculoskeletal disorders
• Depurative -Improves Detoxification and aids in elimination to reduce the accumulation of metabolic wastes products within the body
• Anti Inflammatory – Substance that reduces inflammation
• Astringent – Substance that causes constriction of mucous membranes and exposed tissues usually by precipitating proteins.
• Anti neoplastic -Acting to prevent, inhibit or halt the development of a neoplasm (a tumor). An agent with antineoplastic properties.
• Hepatic – Substance that improves the tone , vigor and function of the liver tissue.
• Laxative -Substance that facilitates evacuation of the bowel
• Vulnerary- Substance that promotes the healing of the wounds when applied locally.

Coming from the Plant family( Rubiaceae )cleavers also known as Goosegrass and Clivers, is a very valuable plant and is perhaps the best tonic to cleanse the lymphatic system.

As a lymphatic tonic with alternative and diuretic actions it may be used in a wide range of problems where the lymphatic system is involved.This would be used in conditions in swollen glands (lymphadenitis) anywhere in the body and especially in tonsillitis and in adenoid conditions.

Cleavers is commonly used in treatment of skin conditions ,especially in dry varieties such as psoriasis . It will be useful in the treatment of cystitis and other urinary conditions where there is pain and can be combined with demulcents herbs such as licorice, mullein , chickweed and marshmallow leaf or roots.

There has been a long tradition for the use of cleavers in treatment of ulcers and tumors which may be result of lymphatic drainage.

Herbal uses 

• Painful or difficult urination ,inflammation of the kidneys and bladder
• Lymphadenitis ,enlarged lymph nodes , scrofula (tuberculous infection of the cervical lymph nodes)
• Skin diseases and eruptions ,especially psoriasis and eczema
• Kidney stones

Equine usage:

Clivers is a powerful tonic herb for horses and it works as a diuretic, an astringent, and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Clivers for horses is particularly useful for its ability to support the healthy functioning of the lymphatic system. It is a good herbal supplement for helping to reduce swelling in the legs of horses or ponies when they are stabled overnight.

Clivers for horses can help reduce enlarged lymph glands and it is a popular supplement to tackle equine urinary infections such as cystitis.

Because of its diuretic properties, Clivers for horses can relieve fluid retention and swelling, making it ideal for treating windgalls or filled legs.

Clivers for horses can improve the quality of the hoof. It is naturally rich in silica and helps strengthen coat and hair. It is also high in Vitamin C.

Clivers can be used topically as a treatment for ulcers, festering glands and skin rashes.