CHICKWEED

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Medicinal Herbal Remedies Chickweed (Stellaria media)   Chickweed makes a very good purgative and by keeping the system clean takes the pressure off nerves that would cause pressure pains to arthritic joints. For other than the bowels, chickweed is not the most valuable herb to use for other internal ailments as listed. Common Names: Adder's mouth Indian chickweed Satin flower Starwort Stitchwort Tongue-grass Winterweed Plant Parts used: The Herb Side Effects or contraindications: None known Cautions: None known Internal uses for Chickweed Carminative (an agent for expelling gas) Demulcent (soothing to irritated tissue and mucous membranes) Expectorant Laxative (for serious constipation) External use for Chickweed Bruises skin problems Usual Method of Prep Usual Dosage Soak: and crush leaves to use for use on skin. Apply as poultice to skin. Infusion: 1 tbsp herb in 1/2 cup water steep as for tea Take 1/2 to 1 cup a day.