Self Heal seeds

Self Heal Seeds – Prunella vulgaris

Overview

Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris) is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial reaching a height of 10-30 cm. It spreads by creeping roots, making it an excellent ground cover option. The plant features short leaf stalks (5 cm long) with opposite-paired leaves on sturdy, square-shaped, reddish stems.

Medicinal & Traditional Uses

• Traditionally brewed as a medicinal tea to support relief from sore throats, fevers, wounds, internal bleeding, and liver or heart weakness.
• Used in Chinese herbal medicine for managing chronic conditions.
• Contains tannins that may help reduce skin swelling, inflammation, and provide an astringent effect.
• Active compounds include betulinic acid, rosmarinic acid, myristic acid, and tannins.
• Rich in vitamins A, C, K, and thiamine.
• In medieval times, knights carried Self Heal leaves to treat wounds, believing in its powerful healing properties.

Culinary Uses

• Slightly minty in flavor, it can be added to salads, stews, soups, and herbal teas.
• Used by Native American tribes like the Cherokee, who cooked the young leaves, and the Nlakapamux, who brewed a cold tea infusion from the whole plant.

Growing Information

• Easy to grow from seed with propagation instructions included.
• Thrives in well-drained soil with access to sunlight or partial shade.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only. Please consult a healthcare professional before using Self Heal for medicinal purposes.

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