Willow Herb (Epilobium parviflorum)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Epilobium parviflorum (Epilobium angustifolium)
COMMON NAMES
Willow Herb, Small Flowered Willow Herb, Epilobium, Codlins and Cream
FAMILY
Onagraceae
DESCRIPTION
An perennial plant traditionally used to soothe the bladder, kidney and prostate gland.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose chopped dried herb.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Infusion: About 1 teaspoon of herb to a cup of cold water, bring to the boil and leave to sit for 5-10 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired.
Drink up to 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
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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