Thursday, 25 January 2024

Plants We Used To Use 274. Many-seeded goosefoot

Many-seeded goosefoot (Chenopodium polyspermum) has a long history as a medicinal plant. It was used to treat respiratory problems; digestive disorders and skin conditions. All parts of this plant are said to be edible but they do contain small quantities of saponins.
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