Sunday, 7 January 2024

Plants We Used To Use 218. Hemp agrimony

There are safety concerns and no scientific evidence, but Hemp agrimony (Eupatorium cannabium) was used to treat a wide range of conditions, including liver and gallbladder disorders. In 15th and 16th Century England, a wreath of these flowers was placed on an insomniac's head, to induce sleep.
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