Filipendula ulmaria is used for its pleasant taste and smell in things such as wine and beer. It is a remedy for diarrhea. If the plant is prepared to be drunk as a tea, it helps soothe flu symptoms.
However, due to it's chemical make up which is similar to aspirin, it can induce symptoms of asthma.
As previously mentioned, it can be taken as a tea, the plant can be eaten as is, or it can be used as a pleasant pot pourri around the home.
Meadowsweet Tea. (Source Unknown. Product of Phytovie)