Pepper grass (kreson danwa)
Lepidium virginicum
Pepper grass
kreson danwa
Cresson danois
Lepidium virginicum
Traditionally used
Digestion, respiratory, skin conditions, fever, urinary tract
Prepared as
Leaf tea: boil handful in 2 cups water 10 minutes, drink half cup twice daily for respiratory infections and cough. Fresh leaves chewed for digestive complaints. Poultice: crush fresh leaves, apply to wounds and inflamed skin. Seed tea: steep 1 tsp crushed seeds in hot water 10 minutes, drink for urinary complaints and kidney support.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou pwoblèm vant ak dijèsyon, maladi nan pwatrin ak tous, maladi po, lafyèv, ak pwoblèm pipi
Français — Pour les troubles digestifs, les affections respiratoires, les problèmes de peau, la fièvre et les troubles urinaires
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