Traditional Uses: Traditionally used in ancient Greek and Roman medicine and European folk herbalism as a digestive carminative for bloating and gas, a respiratory remedy for coughs and colds, and topically for rheumatic pain and skin conditions.
Potential Benefits: May exhibit antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties; supports digestive health, may help regulate blood sugar, and can provide mild sedative effects.
Warnings: Generally safe in culinary amounts (whole leaves are not digestible and pose a choking hazard); concentrated medicinal extracts may interact with diabetes medications, anticoagulants, and sedatives; avoid therapeutic doses during pregnancy and breastfeeding; essential oil is toxic if ingested.
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