Flora Friday - Broard- Leaved Willowherb

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Hello all!! Today's Flora Friday is the Broad-Leaved Willowherb! 

As a side note, I've just noticed that I forgot to put a disclaimer on our Meadow Cress and White Clover Flora Fridays!!


The Broad-Leaved Willowherb (Epilobium Montanum) is part of the Willowherb family Onagraceae. Other names include:

- Broadleaf Willowherb
- Willowherb
- Toothed Willowherb


Where to find

Broad-Leaved Willowherbs are commonly found in Britain, Ireland and most of Europe as well as being present in Central and Eastern Asia. It has been introduced in New Zealand,  North America and Japan. They're often found in wet places, along pathways, roadsides and cultivated ground.


Edible Parts

Apparently, this plant and others in the Willowherb family are edible and/or safe for consumption in some way. According to what I found all parts are edible but the only example I could find for culinary uses was a Russian tea called Kapoor. As there are several varieties of this plant, ask your local Flora experts before consuming!


Medicinal Uses

Broad-Leaved Willowherb is used for treating:

- Enlarged Prostates
- Bladder problems
- Urinary problems 
- Kidney problems

It is recommended to steep the leaves for 5-10 minutes in boiling water and drinking twice a day (once it's cooled) for a few weeks.


Magical Uses

I couldn't find any specific uses for Broad-Leaved Willowherb but there are uses for other members of the genus.


Victorian Flower Language

I couldn't find any reference for Broad-Leaved Willowherb in Victorian Flower Language.




This blog is for educational purposes only, consult local experts if you're unsure. Consult your doctor before trying home remedies!


I hope you've enjoyed this weeks Flora Friday!


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