What Is Wood Sorrel?

Wood Sorrel is a med size wild weed that is edible. It grows in most parts of the U.S. & Canada. It is easy to find in your backyard. It is easy to find in your backyard. The leaves are heart-shaped and have a showy yellow or purple flower. It is lemony in flavor, that is before you brew it for tea. It is most commonly confused with a sort of look a like plant“The Clover” .

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Where Else Can It Be Found

Wood Sorrel can be found widespread hidden under other plants where it is shaded. Some types have branched roots, others produce onion-like bulbs.

Potted Plants

Wood sorrel can most of the time also be inside amongst your other garden of potted plants. I used to think that these were weeds inside my plants. Now I know what to look for. You may want to leave them there so they can help your plants retain their moisture and help hold the soil together.

Can Wood Sorrel Be Eaten

Yes, it can be consumed. In fact it is one of the most plated garnishes in high-end restaurants. The flowers have been used in cocktails. You can also steep the whole plant over boiling water and make a tea. Here is a tea that I made with it “Image below”

What Can Wood Sorrel Be Used For

Bath And Body Products

• Perfumes

• Bubble Baths

• Soap

• Body Oils

Medicinal Uses Of Wood Sorrel

• Sooth Stomach; when taken as a tea for indegestion
• As a dieretic
• As an astringent
• The whole plant can be used to make meds
• It has blood cleansing properties and is sometimes used by cancer patients(Consult a physician before using)
• Topical Uses: It can also be used to cool the skin
• Contains high amounts of Vitam C
• Reduces Fever
• Sore throats
• Nausea
• Mouth sores

Ingredient Caution

Wood Sorrel contains Potassium Oxalate, Oxalic Acid, which could be dangerous for people with kidney problems,gout, arthritis, especially if comsumed in too high of quantities. However, in minor comsumption

Product Disclaimer:

This content in this article is to be used for educational and gardening purposes only. And not intended for medical advice. Like all and any herb or plant before ingesting Always consult your Doctor ,medical herbalist for advice.

It is always advisable and wise to do your own research to what you put into your body, each person reacts different to diferent things and not everyone person is made alike.

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