It is often planted in parks and gardens. With its unusual foliage, on which raindrops and dew roll off beautifully, and its yellow flowers, it is extremely decorative. But apart from its decorative value: is the lady's mantle edible?

Can you eat lady's mantle?

Lady's mantle is not poisonous. On the contrary - This herb is edible. This applies to all species such as Alchemilla vulgaris and Alchemilla alpina, among others. Both humans and animals tolerate lady's mantle if it is not consumed in large quantities.

The leaves, stems, flowers and roots can be eaten. But the young leaves taste best. For medicinal purposes, however, the leaves and flowers should be harvested in summer. Then their active ingredient content is at its highest.

How does lady's mantle taste?

Lady's mantle leaves taste bitter, slightly sour and astringent (astringent). While the leaves and flowers have a pleasant taste, the roots tend to trigger disgust when eaten. The bitter taste of the herb is due to its high content of tannins and bitter substances. But prepared as a tea, the herb tastes mildly aromatic and is easy to drink.

Uses of lady's mantle herb

Lady's mantle can be used fresh, dried or as an essence. You can:

  • steam the leaves (reminiscent of spinach)
  • blend the leaves and flowers into smoothies
  • brew all parts of the plant into tea
  • Use the leaves for wild herb salads, wild herb soups and stews

How does the consumed/ingested herb affect the body?

Lady's mantle has a broad spectrum of activity. If you take it internally, it has a positive effect on your well-being with the following complaints, among others:

  • for all women's ailments such as menstrual pain and menopausal symptoms
  • Sore throat and pharynx
  • cold
  • fever
  • kidney pain
  • diarrhea
  • gas

tips and tricks

If you've made too much lady's mantle tea and are fed up with the taste, mix cold lady's mantle tea with apple juice. Chilled, this mixture tastes delicious and refreshing, especially on hot summer days!

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Herbs