Red root, Ceanothus americanus, is a lymphatic cleanser that may help to shrink swollen lymph nodes and reduce an enlarged spleen. Combined with echinacea, it works well for tonsillitis, cysts, and infections in the lymph glands. It has known uses for AIDS patients with a low platelet count, enlarged spleen, or swollen lymph nodes.
Warning: Not for use during acute inflammation of the spleen.