Also known as “Mother’s hearts”.
Shepherds Purse can be found growing wild in almost every garden at all times of the year
though is little known for its wonderful delicate peppery taste when added to salads
and it’s useful healing properties.
Interestingly the heart or womb shaped leaves can be used as an aid in childbirth
to encourage contractions in a slow labour and after birth to reduce bleeding.
It is also useful for reducing the intensity of heavy periods.
Shepherds Purse Tea…
Dry the leaves.
Use one teaspoon per one cup of boiling water,
Simmer or brew for 2-4 minutes.
Drink as required.
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#1 by Jo on August 19th, 2009
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I’ve also heard that it’s known as “Miners Lettuce” too.
#2 by C K on August 24th, 2009
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I used to pick forage for stinging nettle when I lived in central Christchurch. It makes a tasty soup with a flavour a bit like a cross between spinach and watercress. I am not sure what the nettle supply is like these days as I moved away some years ago. It used to be abundant.