Bugleweed herb is very beneficial to alleviate aches and pains.
This medicinal herb is also called gypsywort
Bugleweed (Lycopus virginicus) is native to North America, North West Asia and Europe and it is closely related to the European herb called gypsywort. Although the whole plant may be used the aerial part is the main part used.
The common names are sweet bugle, water bugle and gypsywort. The entire plant can be used. It is a perennial herb which may grow up to two feet in height and it from the Labiatae family.
The medicinal properties are sedative, astringent, mild narcotic as well as tonic. The leaves and the flowers are herbal medicines and they are used as herbal remedies for various illnesses.
The juice of the plant is a black dye from which the Romaallegedly used it to tan their skins to mock the Egyptians who reside in Europe and this is supposedly where the name gypsywort derived.
Benefits of this herb
This herb can ease the symptoms of an overactive thyroid, whether this is caused by tumors, inflammation or graves' disease. It is also an alternative remedy that soothes and calms a nervous or excited person and it is also excellent for tuberculosis.
It is very beneficial in the treatment of diabetes, nervousness, circulatory disturbances, coughs, bleeding of the lungs, lack of appetite as well as heart palpitations. The essential oil extracted from it is used in aromatherapy.
Preparation and dosage
To make an infusion of this herb, use one ounce of this medicinal herb, cut it up fine and add to a pint of boiling water. Let cool and take a cupful several times per day.