Purple Betony, Stachys officinalis (syn. Betonica officinalis), Lamiaceae.
Purple Betony, Stachys officinalis (syn. Betonica officinalis), Lamiaceae. Stachys officinalis, is commonly known as Purple Betony, Betaine (fr), Betonie (ger), Bishopwort, Bishop's wort, Lousewort, Wild hop, or Wood betony (Do not confuse with true Wood Betony (Pedicularis canadensis)). It is a medicinal plant, used since Roman times for all manner of ailments, and was claimed to be effective against sorcery. It was planted in churchyards to prevent activity by ghosts. Modern herbalists prescribe betony to treat anxiety, gallstones, heartburn, high blood pressure, migraine and neuralgia, and to prevent sweating. It can also be used as an ointment for cuts and sores. Not all of these uses are supported by scientific evidence. The essential oil of Stachys officinalis is antibacterial. Plants in the Stachys genus exhibit potent anti free radical/antioxidant activity, possibly due to the high levels of polyphenols they contain.
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