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About Red Root
Plant: Ceanothus americanus
A powerful lymphatic stimulant and tonic that tones mucosal linings and reduces liver/spleen inflammation — useful in Bartonella protocols given how often lymphatic involvement appears.
Reference dosing
| Tincture dose — 1:5 | 2.5–5ml, 3–4 times daily |
| Tincture dose — 1:3 | 1.5–3ml, 3–4 times daily |
| Capsule dose (mg) | 500–1,000mg of dried herb, 3–4 times daily Calculated from Buhner's tincture dose (1ml of a 1:5 tincture = 200mg of dried herb). |
A potent blood coagulant — never combine with anticoagulant/coagulant medication.
Capsule whole-herb extracts vary by manufacturer (a concentrated extract needs less than a plain powder). Treat these figures as a guide only and follow the product label.
These are figures from the sources used on this site. They are not a prescription. Follow the product label and your prescriber.
Safety and cautions
Contraindications: A potent blood coagulant — never combine with anticoagulant or coagulant medication.
Herbs can interact with prescription medicines and other supplements. Check with your prescriber or pharmacist first, and do not use herbs in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless a doctor agrees.
Information last checked: 6 November 2026.
Symptoms linked to this herb
Traditional uses from our symptom map. Not medical advice.
Where to buy
Femologist (US)Red Root Liquid Herbal Tincture — 2 fl oz · See product page · Tincture (ratio not stated)Napiers (UK)Red Root Tincture (Ceanothus americanus) · £24.49 · Not confirmed — check product pageCheck the label and the seller. A link is not a recommendation.
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