Hawthorn leaves
with flowers
Herbs
Scientific name: Crataegi folium cum flore
Synonyms: Hawthorn, Mewthorn, Whitethorn
Family: Rosaceae
Origin of the plant: Europe
Characteristics: Woody, dark brown stems with petiolate, lobed leaves, the edges of which are hardly or only slightly serrated. The flowers have a brownish or gray-green axillary cup.
Application and preparation
Hawthorn leaves with flowers
Application
Decreasing performance of the heart, feeling of pressure and oppression in the heart area.
Effect
calming, stimulating blood circulation, vasodilator
Tea making
A scant teaspoon (approx. 1.5 g) full of hawthorn leaves with flowers is poured with boiling water (approx. 150 ml) and after about 10 to 15 minutes, if necessary, passed through a tea strainer.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed: Drink three to four cups daily.
Hints
Regulates blood pressure
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Hawthorn leaves with flowers – PZN 03633102
