It is believed that Agrimony’s (Agrimonia eupatoria) known benefits date back to the ancient Greeks who made use of it for ailments of the eye. In northern Europe, it was believed to be used to treat wounds. Late in the 16th century, it was believed to be used to treat gout, fevers and rheumatism. English poet Michael Dayton referred to it as an “all-heal” herb. Agrimony is believed to be high in the nutrients necessary for the normal healthy functioning of the body but especially to benefit the colon, intestines, kidneys, liver and stomach. The plant’s medicinal properties are believed to be due to its substantial levels of tannin. Herbalists use the flowering stem tips to create extracts for use as a diuretic and for digestive problems. As a diuretic, it is believed to be useful in the treatment of bladder or kidney stones. Agrimony may assist with throat issues, as it is believed to contain throat soothing properties. It may assist with symptoms associated with bleeding, including blood in the urine and stools. Agrimony Ointments and boluses are made and may assist in shrinking bleeding hemorrhoids.