What does it help with
- Diarrhoea and intestinal inflammation
- Gum inflammation and oral cavity
- Vitamin C and antioxidanty
- Skin inflammation
Active compounds
Tannins (ellagitannins), flavonoids, vitamin C.
Ellagitannins break down into ellagic acid — a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent.
How and when to harvest
Harvest periodLeaves: May–June. Fruit: June–July.
Plant partsleaves a fruit
Dryingshade, 35–40 °C
Shelf life1 year
Preparation methods
Leaf teaGarglingCompressFresh fruit
Pro tip: Wild strawberry is ideal for children — a gentle herb without side effects.
Recipes
1 Wild strawberry leaf tea ▾
2 teaspoons dried leaves pour 250 ml water, steep 10 minutes. Drink 3× a day.
2 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.
3 Gargle for throat inflammation ▾
Make a strong infusion (2 tbsp herb per 250 ml boiling water, steep 10 min). Strain and let cool to lukewarm. Gargle 30–60 seconds, spit out. Repeat 4–6× daily for throat or gum inflammation.
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