MOUSE-EAR HAWKWEED - PILOSELLA OFFICINARUM
MOUSE-EAR HAWKWEED - PILOSELLA OFFICINARUM
Local name: Chlupáček zední
Where to find it: Bright forests, meadows, glades. Dry locations
Elevation: –
Description: Mouse-ear Hawkweed is a low-growing herb with basal rosettes of oblong or spatula-shaped leaves covered in soft hairs, resembling mouse ears. The plant produces stems with small, dandelion-like yellow flowers arranged in clusters. It typically grows in grassy areas, meadows, and disturbed habitats.
Usable parts: Stem
Medicinal properties: Mouse-ear Hawkweed has been used in traditional medicine for its potential diuretic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Preparation: Preserve Mouse-ear Hawkweed by drying the aerial parts for use in herbal teas.
Harvest time: Harvest the aerial parts in late spring or early summer for use in herbal teas.
Harvest method: Harvest aerial parts by cutting stems in late spring or early summer, and dry them for herbal teas.
Conservation: Dry mouse-ear hawkweed aerial parts and store them in airtight containers for use in herbal teas.
