Chickweed Willowherb (epilobium alsinifolium)

[Matt Weir]

Hi Folks,

I have this growing wild in the garden and have searched for uses but to no avail.

Does anyone know if this can be used in any way?

Regards,

Matt.

 

[alpha_centaur]

Cordage maybe, the pith is edible (I think).

Personally, though get rid of as it'll gradually take over the whole garden.

 

[katesw3]

This herb is used for combatting heat and inflammation e.g. boils, rashes and infection sites. Used as a poultice or eye and ear wash- not to be taken internally. check out Culpeppers herbal for further info.

happy picking

 

[Front Room Woodlander]

Ah, Culpepper!

 

[Matt Weir]

Cordage maybe, the pith is edible (I think).

Personally, though get rid of as it'll gradually take over the whole garden.

It pulls up easily enough as the roots are very shallow. It's been in the garden for a while now but I only took interest in it as its started coming up through the lawn and the guinea pig wont touch it - rest of the garden is like a bowling green thanks to Ozzy the lean, green, mowing machine

This herb is used for combatting heat and inflammation e.g. boils, rashes and infection sites. Used as a poultice or eye and ear wash- not to be taken internally. check out Culpeppers herbal for further info.

happy picking

Thanks Kate