By skyforbes 
Common + Folk Names : Elfwort, Elf Dock, scabwort, horseheal, horse elder, velvet dock, marchalan, wild sunflower, raiz del moro, helopia
Planet : Mercury, Sun, Uranus
Element : Earth
Sign : Gemini (Guardian Herb), Aquarius (Remedy Herb), Pisces (Remedy Herb)
Moon Phase : Waxing Quarter (Learn more about making medicine by the Moon)
Parts used : Roots (predominantly), leaves, and flowers.
Habitat : Perennial native to Europe and Russia.
Growing conditions : Prefers poorly drained sites such as damp pastures, roadside ditches, and waste spaces.
Collection : Collect the roots during the fall.
Flavor : Bittersweet, pungent
Temperature : Hot
Moisture : Dry
Tissue State : Damp/Stagnation, Cold/Depression
Constituents : Calcium, magnesium, inulin, mucilage, azulene, camphor, helenin, lactones, sterols, sesquiterpenes.
Actions : Alterative, analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiscorbutic, antitussive, antivenomous, aperient, aphrodisiac, aromatic, astringent, bitter, bronchial dilator, cardiotonic, carminative, cholagogue, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emollient, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hemostatic, hepatic, immune stimulant, pectoral, restorative, stimulant, stomachic, vulnerary.
Contraindications : Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Large doses may cause gastric spasms, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic hypersensitivity. Some rare cases of temporary paralysis.
Drug interactions : None known.
Recommended Dosage : 2 tablespoons root decocted per 1 cup water, 1 – 3 cups daily. 3 – 30 drops (Fresh root, 1:2 or Dry Root, 1:5, 60% alcohol) three times daily.