Requires well drained soil and a sunny location, but adapts well to most any soil. Can be propagated by seed, but cuttings or division is preferable. Harvest from July to September. When flower buds begin to form, cut plants back to the ground, fasten cut branches with rubber bands and hang to air dry. Strip leaves from stems and store in tightly sealed jars. Use as an antiviral, antiseptic, expectorant, to fix upper respiratory tract problems (as a tea or inhalant), to reduce muscle spasms, to ease digestive upsets, stomach aches, cramps. Use as a poultice or lineament to reduce swellings and rheumatic joints. Or, add to bath to reduce muscle aches and fight skin infection.
Monday, February 9, 2009
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