Medicinal Plants : Anchusa officinalis
Name
AlkanetBiological Name
Anchusa officinalis
Boraginaceae, Borage family
Other Names
Alkanet, Bugloss, Common alkanetDescription
This is a biennial herb with coarsely hairy stems and leaves. It grows about 1-3 feet. It is normally found in waste places and roadsides. Dainty purplish blue flowers appear late May-October.Parts Used
FlowerRemedies For
Two uses are often suggested:
Expectorant (for bringing up phlegm)
Emollient (for soothing and softening the skin)
No evidence was found by the scientists to the expectorant function.
Its function as an emollient is yet to be evaluated.
Safety
Alkanet may cause cancer if taken internally over a long period of time.
