Indian borage (gwo ten)
Plectranthus amboinicus
Indian borage
gwo ten
Gros thym
Plectranthus amboinicus
Traditionally used
Respiratory, cough, fever, skin conditions, digestion, inflammation
Prepared as
Leaf tea: steep handful of fresh leaves in hot water 10 minutes, drink 1 cup twice daily for cough, congestion, and fever. Fresh leaf juice mixed with honey, take 1 tsp for sore throat and cough. Leaf steam inhalation for respiratory infections and asthma. Leaf poultice applied to wounds and skin infections. Crush leaves, inhale directly for instant nasal relief.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou pwoblèm respiratwa, tous, lafyèv, maladi po, vant ki pa mache byen, ak enflamasyon
Français — Pour les troubles respiratoires, la toux, la fièvre, les affections cutanées, les troubles digestifs et l'inflammation
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