We sometimes come across a delicate, blue-flowering wild herb on roadsides and in meadows. Occasionally its seeds fly into private gardens, where the young plants thrive. Only the garden owner asks himself: Is the new plant poisonous?
Is Germander speedwell poisonous?
Gamander Speedwell is not poisonous. This wild herb can be used both for medicinal purposes and in cooking. It can help with wound healing, cold symptoms, blood purification and gastrointestinal problems and is edible.
An old “forgotten” medicinal herb
Gamander Speedwell probably comes from West Asia, but has long felt at home in this country. When going to the doctor wasn't as common as it is today, the plant was valued for its healing ingredients.
- she helped heal the wound
- relieved cold symptoms
- used to purify the blood
- was used for gastrointestinal problems
Tip
Young leaves and flowers are tender and edible. Because they have a mild taste, they can be used well in salads and soups. These flowers are additional decoration.
Gamander speedwell and poisons
The fact that this herb both heals and is welcome in the kitchen already suggests that Germander speedwell is not poisonous.
