European sanicle tea helps to relieve mucous congestion in
the chest, stomach, and intestines. As a gargle and- mouthwash,
it is good for mouth and throat inflammations and sores. It
is sometimes used externally to treat skin eruptions, scrofula,
and suppurating wounds. The plant also has a mildly styptic
action which makes it helpful for internal hemorrhage
Description
European sanicle is a perennial plant commonly found in shady,
moist places in the deciduous forests of Europe. The short,
woody rootstock produces a naked stem up to 1/2 feet high,
as well as the basal, palmately divided, serrate leaves. Small,
white to reddish flowers grow in compound umbels from May
to July. Later the plant produces a globular fruit with hooked
prickles.
Dosage
Infusion: Steep 2 tsp. in 1/2 cup water for 10 minutes.
Take ½ cup a day.
