Cleavers (Gayet)
Galium aparine
Cleavers
Gayet
Gaillet gratteron
Galium aparine
Traditionally used
Cleavers serves as a gentle lymphatic cleanser, supporting the body's natural detoxification processes through the lymph system. It has traditionally been used for kidney and urinary tract health, and for various skin conditions including eczema and psoriasis.
Prepared as
Fresh cleavers is prepared as a cold infusion by soaking the young spring shoots in cool water for 2-4 hours, or as a gentle hot infusion steeped for 10-15 minutes. The fresh juice can also be extracted and taken in small doses.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Gayet sèvi kòm yon netwayè lenf ki dou, li sipòte pwosè detoksifikasyon natirèl kò a nan sistèm lenf la. Yo te konn sèvi ak li pou sante ren ak vwa irinè yo, ak pou divès pwoblèm po yo tankou egzema ak psoriasis.
Français — Le gaillet gratteron sert de nettoyant lymphatique doux, soutenant les processus naturels de détoxification du corps par le système lymphatique. Il a traditionnellement été utilisé pour la santé des reins et des voies urinaires, et pour diverses affections cutanées incluant l'eczéma et le psoriasis.
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