Veronica Speedwell (Veronica officinalis) Dried - Bulk
Veronica Speedwell (Veronica officinalis) Dried - Bulk
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Botanically known as Veronica officinalis
Veronica speedwell is a delicate yet powerful herb that has been valued for centuries in traditional herbal medicine. Known for its soothing properties, this botanical offers a range of natural benefits.
In teas, tinctures, infusions, or topical applications, traditionally, it has been used to support respiratory health, aid digestion, and soothe minor skin irritations.
Dried Veronica Speedwell acts as an expectorant (n cases of catarrhs of the respiratory tract), alterative, tonic, and diuretic. Useful for dyspepsia, biliary, and as a gargle for inflammation of mucous membranes of mouth and throat.
Sizes: 200g, 500g, 1kg.
Uses & benefits
- Helps lower high cholesterol levels
- May assist in cleansing the blood
- For senile pruritus
- Used by weak people as a stomachic and to stimulate digestion.
- It may help with the treatment of intestinal disorders
- Of great value for nervousness caused by mental over-exertion.
- Improves memory and, together with celery, can help with depression.
- May improve memory.
- Also for jaundice, gravel in the bladder, rheumatism, and gout
- Used also in coughs and catarrh
- Use for inflamed, non-healing wounds
- Infections of the mouth or throat
INTERNAL
EXTERNAL
How to use
Infusion: Pour 1 cup of boiling water onto 1 heaped teaspoon of herb. Leave for 5-10 minutes. Strain and drink twice a day.
Tincture: 1 Heaped double handful of (fresh) herb, in 1 litre of 38% rye whisky or vodka. Placed in the sun for 14 days. 15 Drops in water 3 times a day.
Contains
Bitter principle, an acrid principle, and a red colouring matter. Tannic acids, fatty acids, lactic acids, bitter resin, and alkaloids.
Warnings
- Do not use when pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Not recommended for use in children.
- Consult with your health practitioner before use.
