A plant highly valued for its properties: traditional uses and benefits that many people highlight.
Many people pull it up from the garden thinking it’s just a weed, but the so-called “St. Lucy’s herb” is considered in folk medicine to be a plant full of natural properties that can help maintain the well-being of both body and mind.
This plant commonly grows naturally in, pots, sidewalks, or damp soil. It is recognizable by its small green leaves, tiny flowers, and the white latex it releases when cut. Although some people barely notice it, in many regions it has been used for years in home remedies and natural preparations.
What plant is this?
Euphorbia hirta (sometimes called asthma plant or St. Lucy’s herb) is a wild plant traditionally used in infusions and natural preparations. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, expectorant, digestive, and diuretic properties.