Sweet Woodruff - Asperula odorata

Sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum; synonym: Asperula odorata) is a perennial, winter-hardy herbaceous plant belonging to the star-leaved family (Rubiaceae).

The use of woodruff in herbal medicine is known, but due to its coumarin content, caution should be exercised due to possible effects on blood clotting and teratogenic effects. It is no longer used in modern medicine.

In ancient times, woodruff had various uses, such as giving scent to clothes and enriching the taste of wine. It was also known as an "anti-magic" herb, used to ward off evil spirits. For example, it was hung in bundles near windows and doors to protect the home against the plague. In England this mainly happened on the east coast, where it was believed that the 'evil wind' came from.

The plant has a thin, creeping root with many suckers. The square, erect stem is 10-30 cm high, delicate, unbranched and hairy only at the nodes. The six to nine single, lance-shaped leaflets are 1-4 cm long and resemble star petals. Actually there are only two leaves; the rest are stipules of similar shape and function, arranged like spokes around a wheel.

The plant blooms in May and June. The star-shaped flowers are white and grow in multiple branches on a long stem. They have a tubular to funnel-shaped structure, are fused and usually have four lips. They contain a lot of nectar. The spherical, two-piece split fruits are 2-3 mm in size and have hook-shaped bristles. Pollination takes place by flies and other insects.

Ingredients:

• English: Sweet Woodruff Herb Cut.
• Latin name: Asperula odorata Hb. Conc.

Shape: Cut.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in a dark place.

Available in: 50 gr, 100 gr, 250 gr, 500 gr.

Order code: EG001437, EG001438, EG001439, EG001440.

EAN-13: 8720514824368, 8720514824375, 8720514824382, 8720514824399.

• Calming
• Sleep
• Digestion
• Period
• Kidneys
• Bladder
• urinary tract
• Blood vessels

Use: 1 to 2 grams per cup, pour on boiling water, leave to steep for 5 to 10 minutes, covered.

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