Traditionally, it’s been used as a nervine herb to support relaxation, ease tension, and help settle racing thoughts. Most people prepare it as a tea by steeping the dried herb in hot water for about 10–15 minutes, covered.
I appreciating herbs that work with the body more than those trying to overpower it.
Anyone else here use passionflower tea regularly?
Most people overlook Cleavers as just another sticky backyard weed, but it has a long history in herbalism as a lymphatic-support herb.
Also called:
Goosegrass
Sticky Willy
Sticky Weed
Traditionally used for:
Supporting lymphatic movement
Swollen glands/lymph nodes
Skin conditions
General spring cleansing
It’s edible raw when young and tender, though the texture is rough & velcro-like because of the hooked hairs. Because of that, many people prefer it in smoothies, juices, pestos, soups, or finely chopped into seasoning blends.
How do you prefer to use it?