Jamaican vervain (Vèvèn)
Stachytarpheta jamaicensis
Jamaican vervain
Vèvèn
Verveine caraïbe
Stachytarpheta jamaicensis
Traditionally used
Fever, digestive complaints, intestinal worms, inflammation, anxiety, liver support
Prepared as
The leaves and flowering tops are steeped in hot water as a tea taken for fever, sluggish digestion, and intestinal worms, usually a cup two to three times a day. The cooled infusion is also used to bathe inflamed skin.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Lafyèv, pwoblèm dijesyon, vè nan vant, anflamasyon, kè sote, pou fwa a
Français — Fièvre, troubles digestifs, vers intestinaux, inflammation, anxiété, soutien du foie
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