> Supplement Index > Wild Indigo / Baptisia tinctoria / Baptisia / Clover broom / Horsefly weed / Indigo broom / Rattlebush / Shoofly / Yellow Indigo > Wild Indigo General Information Wild Indigo Uses & Scientific Evidence For Wild Indigo Dosage Information Wild Indigo Safety & Interaction Information - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Wild Indigo General Information Wild Indigo is an erect annual with blue-green leaves that turn blue-black when dried. It has canary-yellow flowers and an oblong pod and has been used as a dye and for medicinal purposes for over 4,000 years. The New England Mohegans used the root for treating cuts and wounds. During the 19th century the extracts from this plant were used to treat typhoid fever. Wild Indigo has antiseptic, anti-microbial, antibacterial, and immuno-stimulant qualities. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Wild Indigo Uses & Scientific Evidence For Wild Indigo is effective in treating upper respiratory infections such as tonsillitis and pharyngitis, and works well in treating infections of the chest, gastrointestinal tract, and skin. When combined with burdock, Wild Indigo reduces swollen lymph nodes, and when used with Echinacea it is helpful in treating viral conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome. A decoction of the root is used externally in treating sore or infected nipples and other infected skin conditions. As a gargle or mouthwash this herb works well on canker sores, gum infections, and sore throats. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Wild Indigo Dosage Information Wild Indigo comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. This plant can be poisonous therefore, it is best to seek the advise of a physician or qualified herbalist for the recommended dosage for treating your condition. For external use, read and follow product label directions. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Wild Indigo Safety & Interaction Information Wild Indigo is generally safe when taken in the recommended doses; however, it is poisonous when taken in high doses and can cause gastrointestinal tract injury. Do not use if you are taking anticoagulant medications, or if you are pregnant or nursing. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - -