Shepherd’s Purse – Capsella bursa-pastoris
Shepherds Purse is an annual or usually a biennial,plant with a flower stem rising to 50cm from a basal rosetter of oval,dentate leaves. It has tiny white flowers followed by triangular seed pods.
Shepherds Purse is a wild plant, it tolerates poor soil. It can be propagated from seed and self-seeds freely.
Shepherds Purse contains a glycoside,diosmin, which has blood-clotting effects and is reputed to stop internal haemorrhages and reduce heavy menstruation.
Shepherds Purse leaves are rich in vitamins A,B and C and although not very tasty, make a healthy addition to salads.
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