GOATS RUE - GALEGA OFFICINALIS
GOATS RUE - GALEGA OFFICINALIS
Local name: Jestřabina lékařská
Where to find it: South Moravia, Labe area
Elevation: Warm and humid environment
Description: Key features of Goat’s Rue include pinnately compound leaves with numerous small leaflets and clusters of pea-like flowers that can range in color from white to pink or violet. The plant typically grows to a height of 60 to 120 centimeters.
Usable parts: Stem
Medicinal properties: Goat’s-rue has been used traditionally for its potential diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Preparation: Preserve Goat’s-rue by drying the aerial parts for use in herbal teas.
Harvest time: Harvest the aerial parts in mid to late summer for use in herbal teas.
Harvest method: Harvest aerial parts by cutting stems in mid to late summer, and dry them for use in herbal teas.
Conservation: Dry goat’s-rue aerial parts and store them in airtight containers for use in herbal teas.
