Ground Ivy Herb (Glechoma hederacea)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Glechoma hederacea
COMMON NAMES
Catsfoot, Tunhoof, Alehoof, Creeping Charlie, Field Balm, Run-away-robin
FAMILY
Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
DESCRIPTION
Ground Ivy is a common wild plant found around the British Isles and in Europe.
Traditionally used to support respiratory health.
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: Add a 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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