Western Bulk Herbs – Sheep Sorrel

Western Bulk Herbs Sheep Sorrel is often used to help relieve the symptoms of urinary conditions. This herb is beneficial to the kidneys. Often one of the first plants to reclaim disturbed areas, especially if the soil is acidic. Typically paired with demulcents like marshmallow root.

Latin Name:
Rumex acetosella

Common Name:
red sorrel, field sorrel, sour weed, Common Field Sorrel, Common Sorrel, Red Top Sorrel

Parts Used:
Aerial parts

Properties:
diuretic, refrigerant, diaphoretic

Traditional Uses:
The fresh juice was traditionally used to help with urinary conditions.

Internal Applications:
Sorrel is quite soothing, and the diuretic properties are helpful in relieving conditions of the bladder and urinary conditions.

Topical Uses / Applications:
N/A

Culinary Uses:
This herb has been used as a garnish, flavoring agent, a salad green, and a curdling agent for making milk into cheese. Care should be taken when using this herb for cooking as it has a strong flavor that can be reduced by boiling.

Folk Lore:
N/A

Chemical Properties:
Anthraquinones, chrysophanol, emodin, and physcion

Cautions:

*Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Resources:
Potter’s New Encyclopedia of Botanical Drugs & Preparations. R.C. Wren (C.W. Daniel Company, United Kingdom)
http://botanical.com/botanical/mgmh/s/sorshe67.html