Chickweed (apetit mawon)
Drymaria cordata
Chickweed
apetit mawon
Appétit marron
Drymaria cordata
Traditionally used
Inflammation, wounds, skin conditions, fever, digestive complaints
Prepared as
Leaf poultice: crush fresh leaves, apply to wounds, rashes, and inflamed skin to reduce swelling. Tea: boil handful of leaves in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for fever and respiratory complaints. Fresh juice applied to eczema and itchy skin. Cold infusion: soak leaves in cold water overnight, drink for cooling and anti-inflammatory effect.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Enflamasyon, blesi, pwoblèm po, lafyèv, pwoblèm vant ak dyestyon
Français — Inflammations, plaies, affections cutanées, fièvre, troubles digestifs
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.
Kept alongside