- Lamiaceae
- Aerial parts
- Europe · Britain
- Dried herb
Wood Betony
Stachys officinalis
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Wood betony has toothed leaves and upright purple flower spikes. The stock lists Stachys officinalis.
What's in it
Tannins contribute a lightly drying taste. Other natural plant compounds occur in its leafy flowering parts.
Betonicine and stachydrine
Betaine alkaloids, characteristic of the genus.
Tannins
Abundant — up to fifteen per cent, the source of the astringency.
Phenylethanoid glycosides
Including acteoside, shared with mullein.
Flavonoids
Including apigenin and luteolin derivatives.
How it works
Calm tradition: Wood betony is traditionally used when the mind feels busy or tense. Digestive connection: It also has a history in digestive preparations. This combination makes it a familiar herb in routines that bring together a settled mind and a comfortable stomach.
In the tradition
A longstanding European household herb.
Its purple flowers grow in dense clusters on upright stems.
- 1Steep 1–2 tsp dried wood betony in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins.
- 2Drink 1–3 cups daily.
- 3Earthy and bitter.
- Check pregnancy, breastfeeding and medicines; use authenticated material.
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet. Speak to your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.
Common questions
How do I prepare wood betony?
Wood Betony is steeped as an infusion. Steep 1–2 tsp dried wood betony in 250ml hot water for 10–15 mins. Full directions are in the How to use panel above. See also: Infusion vs decoction.
What is wood betony?
Wood Betony (Stachys officinalis) belongs to the Lamiaceae family; the aerial parts are used. Origin: Europe, Britain. A traditional woodland herb associated with calm and digestive comfort.
How should I store dried wood betony?
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Dried herbs are at their best for around a year.
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