Description
A leafy plant of the mint family with square stems, serrated leaves, and spikes of small pink to purple flowers. Common in moist meadows, streambanks, and woodland edges
Traditional Native Uses
Medicine: Poultices of heated leaves used for earaches and infected sores, cuts, bruises, and swelling; decoctions of boiled roots used as a gargle for sore throats and internally for stomach aches; tea made from the plant used to treat colds and fevers. Tea has anti-inflammatory properties, can help with migraines, arthritis, nerve pain, and menstrual pain. The tea can also be enjoyed and have a relaxing effect