Sage (ti bonm mawon)
Salvia occidentalis
Sage
ti bonm mawon
Petit baume marron
Salvia occidentalis
Traditionally used
Sore throat, mouth infections, digestion, hot flashes, memory, antimicrobial, sweating
Prepared as
Tea: steep 1 tsp dried leaves in hot water 10 minutes. Drink 1 cup or use as gargle for sore throat and mouth infections. Fresh leaf poultice applied to wounds and skin infections. Sage honey: steep fresh leaves in warm honey 1 week, take 1 tsp for cough. Steam inhalation of sage tea clears sinuses. Avoid large doses during pregnancy.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Mal gòj, enfeksyon nan bouch, pwoblèm lestomak ak digèsyon, chalè menopoz, memwa, kont mikwòb yo, fè kò a swe
Français — Maux de gorge, infections de la bouche, troubles digestifs, bouffées de chaleur, mémoire, propriétés antimicrobiennes, sudorifique
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