Veronica Officinalis
Speedwell Herb / Veronica Officinalis / Dried Speedwell Leaf / Herbs for Tea
Origin: Bulgaria
Botanical Name: Veronica Officinalis
Common Names: Common speedwell, Gypsyweed, Paul's betony, Groundhele, Fluellen, Farewell, Bird's eye, Eyes of the Virgin
Veronica officinalis, commonly known as speedwell or common speedwell, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and western Asia. It belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. The plant typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and it is also cultivated as a garden ornamental. Speedwell has small, delicate blue flowers with four petals, arranged in spikes along the stems. The leaves are opposite, oval-shaped, and toothed. It blooms from spring to summer. Dried speedwell herb tea has a mild, slightly bitter taste with subtle herbal notes.
Usage: Add 1-2 teaspoons dried herbs to 1 glass of boiling water. Brew for 5-10 minutes. Strain.
Traditional Use
Heath speedwell is a small, blue-flowered herb of forest clearings, once called "herb of honour" in European folk tradition. It is traditionally used:
- To support the respiratory system and clear, comfortable breathing in the cold season
- As a soothing gargle for the throat and mouth
- To support the kidneys and urinary system
- To support focus and recovery during mental fatigue and stress
- Externally, infused in olive oil for the skin
Harvest & Character
Harvested June and July during flowering, in dry weather. Hairy, creeping stems and toothed leaves with tiny pale blue flowers, and a slightly bitter, astringent taste.
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