This mineral rich herb is high in iron, silicon and potassium. It is an alkalizing herb and neutralizes uric acid, preventing its crystallization and aids in its elimination from the system, relieving gout and arthritis. It is a blood purifier and cleanses the digestive tract. It remedies dandruff and can bring back the natural color of hair. It is helpful during pregnancy and the Vitamin K found in it guards against excessive bleeding. It improves kidney function and helps prevent hemorrhoids. Some of the conditions for which it is useful include internal and external bleeding, high blood pressure, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, diarrhea, dysentery, excessive menstruation, and rheumatism.