Common Name Standardized: agrimonyOther: church steeples Botanical Name Agrimonia eupatoria L.Plant Family: Rosaceae Overview IntroductionAgrimony is an herb in the rose family found near hedges and fences throughout England. Bearing yellow flowers with egg-shaped petals on spikes emanating from hairy stems, agrimony exudes a distinctive, pleasant scent that is often compared to apricots but isn't as sweet. During the Elizabethan period herbalists began referring to the plant as philanthropos, perhaps because of its beneficent properties as a medicine, or perhaps because its seeds stick to the clothing of passers by, giving them the "gift" of next year's plants.ConstituentsTannins and flavonoids. A volatile essential oil can be distilled from the stem.Parts UsedDried, above-ground parts of the plant, harvested shortly before or during summer flowering.Typical PreparationsHerb powder in slurry or decoction, herbal tea, or essential oil. Precautions Standard: No known precautions.General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.