Yellow Bedstraw (Galium Verum) – Herb
Bittersweet and so full of nutrients that it shouldn’t be missing from any pantry. Yellow bedstraw is especially rich in minerals and tannins, and you can use it to make beverages, baths and even poultices. Try its abilities yourself.
Shipping methods
| Nizozemská pošta HD - zásilkovna | Delivered by 22. 10. | 1,00 € |
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 DHL |
Delivered by 22. 10. | 4,90 € |
Ingredients
100 % GaliumBrew & Taste
Tea from this herb is a vibrant amber color and tastes strongly earthy with a pleasant sweetish aftertaste.
Origins
Some people may find the name of this beneficial herb a little unappealing. However, if you can overcome that and find out more about this yellow plant, you’ll find that judging things by their names is pretty counterproductive. Galium has hundreds of species reaching all the way into the arctic region, however, you’ll mostly find in the subtropics. In central Europe, Galium verum and Galium aparine are the most common varieties.
Both of these are rich in minerals, tannins and other beneficial nutrients, which made them a common helper in folk medicine. The latter Galium, also known as cleaver – or more colloquially sticky willy – was used in cheesemaking and fabric dyes. In Denmark, it was used during seances and in communicating with spirits. In Norse mythology, Galium aparine represents Odin’s wife, the wise goddess Frigg.
Yellow bedstraw grows up to 1m and has tiny, beautifully golden flowers. It smells like freshly harvested grains. Cleaver is characteristic for its sticky stem that can easily stick to your clothes or in animal fur. Long ago, people used it to fill mattresses – hence the name. The sticky stems not only held shape well but were also comfortable.
Most of the nutrients in Galium are in its above-ground part. You can drink its decoction, but also add it to your baths or make a poultice. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid drinking it, but if they intend to use it externally, they can consult their physician.
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Herb packaging preview
We pack our herbs in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. Thanks to the hermetic seal, the herbs are protected against humidity, light and foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew and the herb itself.
Preparation
100 °C
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10 minutes
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1 teaspoon for 250 ml
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Instructions for preparation
- Pour 250ml of boiled water (100°C) per 1 teaspoon of herb.
- When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
- Covered, let steep for 10 minutes, then remove the strainer.
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