Common Name: |
Wood Avens |
Other Names: |
Avens, Herb Bennet |
Botanical Name: |
Geum urbanum |
Genus: |
Geum |
Family: |
Rosaceae |
Cultivation: |
Rich, moist soil in shade. |
Propagation: |
By seed sown in autumn or spring. Self-seeds freely. |
Harvest: |
Plants are cut as flowering begins and dried for infusions and liquid extracts. Roots are lifted in spring and used fresh or dried for decoctions and liquid extracts. |
Native Region: |
Europe, W Asia, Mediterranean Regions. |
Height: |
20-60cm (8-24in) |
Width: |
20-60cm (8-24in) |
Hardiness: |
Z5-9 |
Parts Used: |
Whole plants, roots. |
Properties: |
An astringent, antiseptic herb that reduces inflammation, checks bleeding and discharges, lowers fever, and has a tonic effect on the digestive system. |
Medicinal Uses: |
Internally for diarrhea, gastrointestinal infections, bowel disease, uterine hemorrhage, and intermittent fever. Externally for hemorrhoids, vaginal discharge, and inflammations of the mouth, gums and throat. |
Bibliography: |
Encyclopedia of Herbs by Deni Brown Copyright © 1995, 2001 Dorling Kindersley Limited. pg 224.
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