Most plant lovers plant verbena because they enjoy looking at its magical flowers. But be honest: is this really recommended or is verbena poisonous and a potential source of danger for humans?
Is verbena poisonous to humans?
Verbene is not poisonous in small quantities and can be consumed as an herb. It contains verbenaline, which can be harmful in high doses. The plant is even valued for its he alth properties, such as fatigue, gastrointestinal problems and inflammation of the mouth and throat.
No general answer, but rather: The dose makes the poison
The verbena, which is usually annual in this country, is edible as an herb. However, you should not overdo it with consumption. Verbena contains verbenaline, a glycoside that is harmful in high doses. Among other things, it is responsible for their bitter taste.
So far there are no known cases of poisoning caused by verbena. Quite the opposite: used carefully, verbena helps, for example:
- States of exhaustion
- Stomach and intestinal problems
- Inflammation of the mouth and throat
- poorly healing wounds
Tips & Tricks
The verbena flowers are not just pretty to look at. Cut some off and use them to decorate salads and summer desserts, for example.
