Chickweed

You know spring is here when chickweed is in the yard…

An early perennial spring plant who likes the cool air, you have to be quick to catch her. Once the days begin to warm she hides until reemerging again in the fall.

Her tincture can be used both internally and externally. Externally, she is an ally for acne….as the alcohol dries, she cools and heals. As an antibacterial, she can be applied to wounds to both clean and heal.

Her power also lies in reduction…… For a benign tumor or cyst (particularly ovarian cysts) use of the tincture consistently over long periods of time can shrink and even eliminate them. Thickened mucus in the respiratory and digestive system can also be reduced.

Low amounts used on a daily basis can also ease stomach issues and her mild laxative action can keep things moving.

She is cooling, healing and anti-inflammatory. Her name means ‘little star’, and she is!