Friday, September 15, 2017

Common Hemp-nettle

Common Hemp-nettle
Galeopsis tetrahit
Name also: Brittlestem Hempnettle
Purple Wild Flowers that look like Teenie Tiny Orchids. Medicinal Properties
Astringent, diuretic, expectorant
Clears up bronchial congestion, hay fever, asthma, bed wetting, various skin diseases, and phlegm and is commonly used for coughs. Recommended for anemia and other blood disorders. Europeans use it as a home remedy for spleen problems and tuberculosis.
This is what it looks like going to seed.

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