Herb latin name: Daisy,Daisy Extract

Latin name: Bellis perennis

Family: Compositae

Medicinal use of Daisy: Daisies are apopular domestic remedy with awide range of applications. They are atraditional wound herb and are also said to be especially useful in treating delicate and listless children. Recent research (1994) has been looking at the possibility of using the plant in HIV therapy. The herb is mildly anodyne, antispasmodic, antitussive, demulcent, digestive, emollient, expectorant, laxative, ophthalmic, purgative and tonic. The fresh or dried flowering heads are normally used. An infusion is used in the treatment of catarrh, rheumatism, arthritis, liver and kidney disorders, as ablood purifier etc. The daisy once had agreat reputation as acure for fresh wounds. An ointment made from the leaves is applied externally to wounds, bruises etc whilst adistilled water is used internally to treat inflammatory disorders of the liver. Chewing the fresh leaves is said to be acure for mouth ulcers. Daisies also have areputation for effectiveness in treating breast cancers. The flowers and leaves are normally used fresh in decoctions, ointments and poultices. Astrong decoction of the roots has been recommended for the treatment of scorbutic complaints and eczema, though it needs to be taken for some time before its effect becomes obvious. Amild decoction may ease complaints of the respiratory tract, rheumatic pains and painful or heavy menstruation. The plant, harvested when in flower, is used as ahomeopathic remedy. Its use is especially indicated in the treatment of bruising etc.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: A common plant of meadows, lawns and other grassy areas, it is very frequently found growing in lawns.

Edible parts of Daisy: Leaves - raw or cooked. The flavour is somewhat acrid. A pleasant sour flavour according to another report whilst a third says that they are mild and agreeable and are used in salads. The daisy is occasionally used as a potherb. Flower buds and petals - raw. Eaten in sandwiches, soups and salads.

Other uses of the herb: An insect repellent spray can be made from an infusion of the leaves.

Propagation of Daisy: Seed - sow as soon as the seed is ripe in June. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in late summer. Division after flowering. Very easy, it can be done at almost any time of the year, though spring and early summer are best. The divisions can be planted straight out into their permanent positions.

Cultivation of the herb: A common plant of meadows, lawns and other grassy areas, it is very frequently found growing in lawns.

Known hazards of Bellis perennis: None known

Herb latin name: Daisy,Daisy Extract

Latin name: Bellis perennis

Family: Compositae

Medicinal use of Daisy: Daisies are apopular domestic remedy with awide range of applications. They are atraditional wound herb and are also said to be especially useful in treating delicate and listless children. Recent research (1994) has been looking at the possibility of using the plant in HIV therapy. The herb is mildly anodyne, antispasmodic, antitussive, demulcent, digestive, emollient, expectorant, laxative, ophthalmic, purgative and tonic. The fresh or dried flowering heads are normally used. An infusion is used in the treatment of catarrh, rheumatism, arthritis, liver and kidney disorders, as ablood purifier etc. The daisy once had agreat reputation as acure for fresh wounds. An ointment made from the leaves is applied externally to wounds, bruises etc whilst adistilled water is used internally to treat inflammatory disorders of the liver. Chewing the fresh leaves is said to be acure for mouth ulcers. Daisies also have areputation for effectiveness in treating breast cancers. The flowers and leaves are normally used fresh in decoctions, ointments and poultices. Astrong decoction of the roots has been recommended for the treatment of scorbutic complaints and eczema, though it needs to be taken for some time before its effect becomes obvious. Amild decoction may ease complaints of the respiratory tract, rheumatic pains and painful or heavy menstruation. The plant, harvested when in flower, is used as ahomeopathic remedy. Its use is especially indicated in the treatment of bruising etc.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: A common plant of meadows, lawns and other grassy areas, it is very frequently found growing in lawns.

Edible parts of Daisy: Leaves - raw or cooked. The flavour is somewhat acrid. A pleasant sour flavour according to another report whilst a third says that they are mild and agreeable and are used in salads. The daisy is occasionally used as a potherb. Flower buds and petals - raw. Eaten in sandwiches, soups and salads.

Other uses of the herb: An insect repellent spray can be made from an infusion of the leaves.

Propagation of Daisy: Seed - sow as soon as the seed is ripe in June. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in late summer. Division after flowering. Very easy, it can be done at almost any time of the year, though spring and early summer are best. The divisions can be planted straight out into their permanent positions.

Cultivation of the herb: A common plant of meadows, lawns and other grassy areas, it is very frequently found growing in lawns.

Known hazards of Bellis perennis: None known