Buttonsage

Traditionally used

An aromatic seaside shrub, oregano-scented, quite distinct from the toxic pink-flowered Lantana of gardens (L. camara). A leaf infusion is taken for colds, fevers, and an upset stomach, and used as a fragrant wash — a gentle everyday aromatic. ⚠ Treat internal use cautiously — the genus's lantadene chemistry is unresolved for this species; keep to external/skin use.

In three languages

Kreyòl — bouyi fèy pou trete maladi po (varisèl, gratèl, piki); trete konjesyon nan poumon; flè pou tansyon wo ⚠ Trete itilizasyon entèn ak anpil prekosyon — chimi lantaden nan jan an poko klè pou espès sa a; rete sou itilizasyon eksten / sou po.

Français — Arbuste aromatique du littoral, au parfum d'origan, bien distinct du Lantana rose toxique des jardins (L. camara). Une infusion de feuilles se prend contre refroidissements, fièvres et estomac dérangé, et sert de lavage parfumé — aromatique doux du quotidien. ⚠ User de l'usage interne avec prudence — la chimie des lantadènes du genre reste non résolue pour cette espèce ; s'en tenir à l'usage externe/cutané.

Safety

Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.

⚑Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.

Sources & lineage

Kept alongside

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