- Region
- Europe
- Origin
- Europe, Africa (north), Asia (west)
- Traditions
- Western herbal medicine
Europe · Herb · № 316
Aphanes arvensis
Herb · Europe
Parsley piert
Aphanes arvensis
Traditionally attributed effects: diuretic, soothing.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Aerial parts.
Use in traditions
A small field herb that breaks through walls and stones, which explains the English name parsley piert ('stone breaker'). According to the doctrine of signatures it therefore helped against kidney and bladder stones. It was drunk as tea for gravel and bladder complaints.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Herbal medicine worldwide
Attributed effects
Diuretic, soothing.
Preparation and amount
Aerial parts.