description Common Selfheal Overview
Common selfheal (Prunella vulgaris) is a low-growing perennial in the mint family. It has opposite leaves, square stems, and compact spikes of purple or violet flowers, and commonly grows in meadows, lawns, woodland edges, and disturbed ground. The plant has a long history of use in European and Asian herbal traditions, including preparations associated with minor wounds and sore throats.
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What is the scientific name of common selfheal?
Common selfheal is Prunella vulgaris. It is a low-growing perennial in the mint family, Lamiaceae.
How can you identify common selfheal?
It has opposite leaves, square stems, and compact spikes of purple or violet flowers. These features are typical of many plants in the mint family.
Where does common selfheal grow?
Common selfheal can grow in meadows, lawns, woodland edges, and disturbed ground. Its low habit allows it to persist in both semi-natural and frequently managed areas.
Why is it called selfheal?
The name reflects a long history of traditional use. That historical use does not by itself establish that the plant is a safe or effective modern medical treatment.
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