Coltsfoot Flowers (Tussilago farfara)

$14.00 $18.00

Size
Description

A herbal food supplement

BOTANICAL NAME

Tussilago farfara flos

COMMON NAMES

Coltsfoot flowers

FAMILY

Compositae (Asteraceae)

DESCRIPTION

Often found by the side of roads, this bright full-petalled flower is particularly distinctive. 

Traditionally used to help support respiratory health.

PART SUPPLIED

The loose dried chopped flowers.

AVAILABLE AS

100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.

SUITABLE FOR

Vegetarians and vegans.

DIRECTIONS

Use 1 teaspoon of dried herb to one cup of boiling water to make a tasty tea. Infuse for 5-10 minutes. Sweeten with honey or lemon to taste.

Alternatively add half a teaspoon (2.5 ml) of tincture to a cup of warm water for a quick alternative to tea.

The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.

CAUTIONS

Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

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