The creeping gunsel, which is very common in the wild and also in gardens, is not only an attractive, fast-growing ground cover with pretty (usually blue) flowers, but also an almost forgotten medicinal plant. The perennial, which grows up to 30 centimeters high, blooms for a very long time.
When is the flowering time of the creeping Günsel?
The flowering period of the creeping Günsel usually extends from the end of April to June or July. However, depending on the weather and cutting measures, it can last until August.
Flowering period between April and June
The Creeping Günsel has a very long flowering period and usually shows its distinctive flower decorations between the end of April and June / July - depending on the weather and pruning measures, even into August. While the foliage remains flat on the ground, the flowers, arranged in false whorls, are on inflorescences that grow up to 25 centimeters high.
Collect creeping gunsel
If you want to use the creeping Günsel as a medicinal plant, you can collect the entire plant (except for the roots) during the flowering period. Traditionally, Günsel is collected between May and June, if possible during the new moon and before sunrise, because then the plant should only be able to fully develop its healing powers. Stems, flowers and leaves are mainly used and can be dried hanging in a warm, airy and dark place.
Tip
The creeping Günsel can easily be confused with the Gundermann, which is also edible.
