Lycopus europaeus Labiataeus Common WolfstrapThe Wolfstrap has a square stem, the lancet-like leaves are opposite, stalked at the lower part, at the top directly on the stem. The leaf margins of the Wolfstrapp are serrated. The flowers are formed where the stem is connected to the leaves.
The small, white labiate flowers grow in spherical groups, are funnel-shaped. Flowering time: July to September Occurrence: Wolfstrapp grows widely over large parts of the northern hemisphere, also in Germany in humid, natural habitats. From Wolfstrapp the flowering herb without the roots is used for medicinal purposes.
Accordingly, it is bundled at the time of flowering and dried in an airy place.
- Lithospermic acid
- Tanning agents
- Glycosides
- Essential oil
The lithospermic acid in Wolfstrapp is effective against mild forms of hyperthyroidism. It alleviates the rare cases when Wolfstrapp is used as a tea but primarily as a fresh plant extract.
Available in the pharmacy as well as a combination of Wolfstrapp and heart (thyroid wrap).
- Hyperexcitability
- Nervousness
- Palpitations
Tea of wolfstraw tea Pour a large cup of boiling water over 2 teaspoons of the dried herb, leave to brew for 10 minutes, strain. Drink the Wolfstrapp tea unsweetened 2 cups daily for several weeks.
The remedy Lycopus virginicus is obtained from the flowering herb of the Virginian Wolfstrapp. It grows in North America and is very similar to the European plant. Used also here with light thyroid hyperthyroidism which goes along with.
The homeopathic dosage of Wolfstrapp D1 to D6 is common. There is no need to worry about a normal dosage.
- Palpitations
- Nervousness
- Weld outbreaks
