Medicinal Plants : Teucrium scorodonia

Name

Biological Name

Teucrium scorodonia

Other Names

Parts Used

Entire plant

Remedies For

Tonic, vermifuge, alterative, diuretic, slightly diaphoretic

Stimulates the appetite. Makes a good external wash to cleanse old sores, indolent ulcers, swellings, and boils in combination with chickweed.

Combined with comfrey and ragwort in the form of a poultice, it had been traditionally used for cancer and tumors.

Traditionally used for palsy, quinsy, sore throat, colds, fevers, kidney and bladder troubles. Increases urine and menstrual flow.

Dosage

Use 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of the extract daily.

Safety

No information available. Some of the herbs could react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.