What does it help with
- Bronchitis and cough
- Upper respiratory infections
- Digestive problems
- Skin inflammation
Active compounds
Essential oils (pulegon, cineole), tannins, flavonoids, bitter compounds.
Pulegone and cineolee have antiseptic effects.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodApril – June
Plant partsflowering herb
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
TeaTinctureCompress
Pro tip: Fresh ground ivy can be added to salads — small amounts as seasoning.
Recipes
1 Tea for cough ▾
2 teaspoons dried herb pour 250 ml water, steep 8 minutes. Drink 3× a day.
2 Tincture (homemade) ▾
Fill a jar 2/3 with dried herb, pour in 40% vodka or spirit. Seal and leave for 4 weeks in a dark place — shake daily. Strain through gauze into a dark bottle. Dose: 20–30 drops in a little water 2–3× a day.
3 Compress to the affected area ▾
Cook a strong decoction (3 tablespoons dried herb per 300 ml water, steep 15 minutes). Strain and let cool slightly. Apply soaked gauze or a clean cloth to the affected area for 20–30 minutes. Repeat 2× a day until improvement.
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