Self-heal
Prunella vulgaris
Basic Information
- Family:
- Lamiaceae
- Category:
- wildflower
- Status:
- Least Concern
- Flowering:
- June - September
Description
A low-growing herb with dense spikes of purple-blue flowers. Its name reflects its reputation as a cure-all in traditional medicine.
Habitat
Lawns, meadows, woodland clearings, grasslands
Characteristics
- height:
- 10-30 cm
- flower Color:
- Purple-blue
- leaf Type:
- Oval, opposite
- growth Form:
- Creeping perennial
🌿 Medicinal Uses
Traditional wound healer and throat remedy. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. Tea used for colds, fever, and digestive issues. Gargle for sore throats.
🍽️ Culinary Uses
Young leaves edible in salads. Makes a pleasant mild tea. Not widely used culinarily but safe to eat.