Name: Chickweed Latin name: Stellaria media Family: Caryophyllaceae Parts Used: Aerial parts Taste: Mild, slightly salty, slightly sweet Energetics: Moistening, cooling Key actions: Inflammation modulator, emollient, vulnerary Precautions/Contraindications: Chickweed is a wonderful soother of irritated tissue and encourages tissue repair. Her emollient properties aid her in supporting the body’s natural response to inflammation, making her a wonderful choice in rheumatic joint conditions.*
