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Common Name: SELFHEAL
Scientific Name: Prunella vulgaris
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Description:
  • Perennial
  • Creeping perennial, violet/blue/pink or purple flowers – summer to autumn
  • Hardy.
  • Full sun / light shade
Parts Used:
  • Whole plant
  • Cut in summer when flowering.
  • Flowers in autumn
Medicinal Uses. It is said that:
  • Astringent, bitter, saline (souterige) wound healer herb with tonic activity
  • Diuretic, anti-bacterial and alterative
  • Powerful antioxidant and tissue protective activity – help chronic illnesses – promotes healing
  • Lowers blood pressure
  • Stimulates liver and gall bladder
  • Heal inner bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease and diarrhea
  • Externally:
  • Lotion to treat vaginal discharge, minor injuries, burns , sores and hemorrhoids
  • Gargle for mouth inflammation and sore throat

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