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Wednesday, 9 July 2014

Yarrow

Posted by Angela Paine at 01:20 No comments:

Labels: Achillea millefolium. It is diaphoretic, mildly anti inflammatory and antispasmodic. Used as an infusion for colds and fevers. Contraindications some people are allergic to yarrow.

Sunday, 29 June 2014

Marigold

Posted by Angela Paine at 08:24 No comments:

Labels: Calendula officinalis The Ancient Celts did not have calendula, which the Romans brought to Britain when they invaded. Make a healing ointment from the flowers.

Vervain

Posted by Angela Paine at 00:42 No comments:

Labels: Verbena officinalis. Verbenaceae. Vervain was one of the most sacred plants of the Druids. Take vervain to relieve symptoms of PMT or menopause. Drink an infusion to cheer yourself up.

Sunday, 22 June 2014

Mallow

Posted by Angela Paine at 07:26 No comments:

Labels: Malva spp. The leaves are demulcent. Add to cough mixtures to soothe the throat

Horse tail

Posted by Angela Paine at 07:25 No comments:

Labels: Equisetum arvensis. Ancient plant that contains large quantities of silica. It has been used to treat urinary tract infections

Chamomile

Posted by Angela Paine at 07:22 No comments:

Labels: The ancient Celts did not have camomile. The Romans brought it with them when they invaded Britain. Use as a tea for its mild calming effect

Blackberry

Posted by Angela Paine at 07:20 No comments:

Labels: Rubus allengheniensis. Roots and leaves decoction can be used as mouthwash and gargle for sore throats and gum inflammation

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