Now that you know what this plant can do, hereās how to safely harvest and use it in your daily life.
āļø Soft, fuzzy heart-shaped leaves
āļø Tiny purple flowers clustered at the top
āļø Often grows in patches during spring or fall
š Look for it in gardens, fields, roadsides (away from pesticides!)
š Harvest in the morning when itās dry and clean.
š§ Soothing poultice
Crush fresh leaves and apply to bites, rashes, or small wounds for fast relief.
ā Gentle detox tea
Steep a handful of fresh or dried leaves in hot water for 10 minutes. Drink once or twice a day.
š§“ Healing balm
Infuse the plant in olive oil for 2 weeks, strain, and mix with beeswax to create a healing salve for dry skin, eczema, or cuts.
š² Edible green
Mix into soups, eggs, or smoothies for a vitamin-rich boost!
Avoid using large amounts if youāre allergic to mint-family plants (like mint, basil, or lavender).
Always test on a small patch of skin before using topically.
Harvest respectfully: leave enough for pollinators and the ecosystem šøš
š¬ Have you seen or used Purple Deadnettle before?
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