{"product_id":"rumex-crispus","title":"Rumex crispus","description":"\u003c!-- File: yellow-dock-root.html --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    body { margin:0; padding:0; background:#ffffff;\n           font-family:Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n           color:#111111; line-height:1.7; font-size:18px; }\n    .page { max-width:900px; margin:2rem auto 4rem; padding:0 1.5rem; }\n    h1 { text-align:center; font-size:2.2rem; margin-bottom:0.2rem; }\n    h1 span { display:block; font-size:1.2rem; font-style:italic; margin-top:0.2rem; }\n    .subtitle { text-align:center; text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.9rem;\n                letter-spacing:0.18em; margin-bottom:2rem; color:#555; }\n    h2 { margin-top:2rem; margin-bottom:0.7rem; font-size:1.5rem; }\n    h3 { margin-top:1.2rem; margin-bottom:0.3rem; font-size:1.15rem; }\n    ul { padding-left:1.3rem; margin-bottom:1rem; }\n    p { margin-bottom:1rem; }\n    .keywords { font-style:italic; margin-top:1rem; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eYellow Dock Root \u003cspan\u003eRumex crispus\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003eThe Alchemical Monograph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow Dock, Curly Dock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRumex crispus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polygonaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e A hardy perennial with tall seed stalks and long, wavy-edged leaves. The root’s golden hue reflects its role in moving stagnation, cleansing the blood, and supporting liver and digestive function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA long-standing “blood purifier” in North American and European herbalism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for sluggish digestion, skin eruptions, chronic constipation, and liver congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValued as a mineral-rich tonic and alterative for long-term wellness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation \u0026amp; Parts Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root (fresh or dried).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disturbed soils, meadows, roadsides; extremely hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots dug in autumn when they reveal their deep yellow color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoctrine of Signatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden color of the root mirrors its liver affinity, while its long taproot suggests deep-reaching cleansing of the blood, tissues, and elimination pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedicinal \u0026amp; Energetic Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstituents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthraquinones (chrysophanol), tannins, minerals (especially iron), oxalates, flavonoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlterative • Mild laxative • Cholagogue • Digestive tonic • Blood purifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Energetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter, earthy, slightly sour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooling • Drying • Stimulating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTissue States:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot • Stagnant • Damp with liver sluggishness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChronic skin conditions linked to sluggish elimination (eczema, acne).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiver stagnation and mild constipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor fat digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral deficiency (iron-rich tonic in folk use).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently stimulates bowel and liver without harsh purging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTopical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoultices for itchy skin or rashes; juice of the leaf used traditionally on nettle stings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCombinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eBurdock\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eRed Clover\u003c\/strong\u003e for deep skin-cleansing alterative blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eDandelion Root\u003c\/strong\u003e for liver support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eLicorice\u003c\/strong\u003e if tissues need moistening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHomeopathic Remedy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRumex\u003c\/strong\u003e used for spasmodic coughs aggravated by cold air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlower Essence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports release of old emotional residues; facilitates forgiveness and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEssential Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot produced; medicine comes from root extracts or teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCulinary Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves edible when cooked; root is medicinal, not culinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-term high doses may irritate the digestive tract due to anthraquinones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContraindicated in kidney stones (oxalates).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse mild preparations for children or elders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information is educational and not a substitute for medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpiritual \u0026amp; Ritual Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plant of cleansing, loosening stagnation, and moving old energy out of the system—physically and emotionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAstroherbalism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary Rulership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capricorn, Scorpio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep cleansing, elimination, structural renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChakra Correspondence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot \u0026amp; Solar Plexus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purification, grounding, metabolic fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCosmic Ray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold–Earth Ray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleansing, renewal, structural clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlchemy \u0026amp; Spagyrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt (Body):\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports elimination, liver function, and mineral balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSulfur (Soul):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears old emotional stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Spirit):\u003c\/strong\u003e Restores flow, movement, and energetic clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpagyric Purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e To purify blood and tissues, relieve stagnation, and support deep renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMagical \u0026amp; Spiritual Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleansing • Release • Renewal • Grounding • Detoxification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarot Correspondence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purification, release, transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alterative • Cleansing • Liver Support • Renewal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Alchemists Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":43897955647587,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60ml","offer_id":43897955680355,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120ml","offer_id":43897955713123,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/9735\/7667\/files\/scientific-vintage-illustration-of-rumex-crispus-in-color-with-white-background-and-includes-leaf-root-flower.png?v=1766096205","url":"https:\/\/alchemistsapothecary.com\/products\/rumex-crispus","provider":"The Alchemists Apothecary Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}