Heather Flowers

COMMON NAME Standardized: Heather Flower

BOTANICAL NAME Calluna vulgaris (L.) Hull Plant Family: Ericaceae

OVERVIEW Heather flower is a traditional remedy in Swedish herbal medicineHeathers are also native to Ireland, Scandinavia, Russia, and northern North America, but are especially synonymous with Scotland and its history and lore. Heather flower is used in Moorland tea and is a favorite of renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns. Branches are used as broom straw, the leaves flavor beer and tea, the bark can be used for tanning, and the flowers yield nectar for honeybees. Another interesting fact is that Heather flowers are a traditional beer making ingredient and it is popularly used in parts of Europe and especially Ireland.

PARTS USED Heather Flower

TYPICAL PREPARATIONS Teas, tinctures, bath bombs, infusions, soaps, can be used in capsule form. Also found in beverages, mostly in beer.

PRECAUTIONS Specific: No known precautions.

General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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