Seed Information
Common Name: HOREHOUND - WHITE
Scientific Name: Marrubium vulgare
0.20g up to 240sds
R53.00
Scientific Name: Marrubium vulgare
0.20g up to 240sdsR53.00
Description
- Perennial
- Perennial, wrinkled green leaves with underside of silver woolly texture
- Small off-white flowers in 2nd year
- Attract bees.
- Can grow in container
- Hardy.
- Full sun.
- Do not over-water
Parts Used
- Whole plant
Medicinal Uses. It is said that
- Bitter tonic - support stomach function, relieves spasms, appetite
- Expectorant, cough remedy - asthma, catarrh, bronchitis, chest coughs, colds
- Treat malaria - reduces inflammation, fever, increases perspiration
- Liver and gallbladder disorders - stimulates bile flow - typhoid fever
- Calming effect on the heart - normalizes irregular heartbeat
- Antiseptic - gargle for throat infections, skin eruptions, injuries
Other Uses
- Fly killer - infuse leaf in milk
The information contained within this website is for educational purposes only. This site merely recounts the traditional uses of specific plants as recorded through history. Always seek advice from a medical practitioner.
Mountain Herb Estate, and its representatives will not be held responsible for the improper use of any plants or documentation provided. By use of this site and the information contained herein you agree to hold harmless Mountain Herb Estate, its affiliates and staff
Mountain Herb Estate, and its representatives will not be held responsible for the improper use of any plants or documentation provided. By use of this site and the information contained herein you agree to hold harmless Mountain Herb Estate, its affiliates and staff