Sunday, 17 December 2023

Plants We Used To Use 156. Few-leaved hawkweed

Few-leaved hawkweed (Hieracium murorum) is thought to have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It's used to treat Brucellosis (a bacterial infection in humans, resulting from contact with cattle or consuming un-Pasteurised milk or cheese). Hawkweed extracts are also diuretic.
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