Common medicinal plants
found in our gardens.
Many plants with medicinal properties can be found growing in the wild, you may even have some in your own back garden! I have only researched these plants with the intention to use them myself at some point. I have researched as much as I could and found information on some plants to be more informative than others. Some information also states information that another source doesn't mention. Please be aware that there might be a risk and always try small amounts first and never use too much of any plant. The motto is less is more.
Ribwort plantain
Found on waste ground, gardens, rich meadows, waysides and fields.
Plantain leaves are widely known as a folk remedy for insect bites or minor injuries. The fresh juice from the leaves has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Dried leaves can be taken as a tea to relieve respiratory catarrhs and throat infections.
Ribwort plantain has been found to be effective in the treatment of;
• Insect bites
• Minor injuries
• Respiratory catarrhs
• Throat infections
Fresh juice from the leaves has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Can be taken as a tea, just add boiling water to a few dried leaves.
