jueves, 12 de abril de 2012

Plantain Plantago species


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Description: leaves broad or narrow with prominent vertical
veins;
Plant part used: leaves, seeds, roots, fresh or dried
Used as/for: confirmed antimicrobial; stimulates healing process, anti-inflammatory, skin infections, inflammations, bee
stings, cuts, wounds, sores,  blisters, earaches, poison oak and
ivy swellings
– Seed mucilage – lowers cholesterol levels
– Leaf tea – coughs and diarrhea
Preparations: tea, infusion, syrup, ointment, poultice, oil, lip
balm and wash
Habitat: yards, fields, disturbed areas

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