Description
Meadowsweet, also called Queen of the Meadow is a perennial in the Rosacea family. This medicinal plant has a very long history of herbal use and was one of the three most sacred herbs of the Druids. Its flowers contain salicylic acid (chemically similar to aspirin) making it a great anti rheumatic, anti-inflammatory and a remedy to bring down fevers. Harvest leaves and flowering stems in mid-Summer to use or dry for tea or tincture, add to drinks, or syrup.
Leaves are also used as a strewing herb. Meadowsweet’s roots and young leaves can be added to soup; include flowers for tea. It is also used for potpourri. Download our Meadowsweet Plant PDF Reference sheet.
Growing Notes:
Zones: 3-9
Exposure: Full Sun
Mature Height: 4-5 ft | Spread 3-4 ft
Bloom: White | Spring-Summer
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All plants grown by Herb & Vine are sown from organic seed in organic soil. We use no chemicals and water naturally with rain water.
IMPORTANT: Information on this website is based on research of the historical uses of this herb and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a medical professional before using any herb for therapeutic purposes. Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Caution: do not use if you are sensitive to aspirin.
