Most plant lovers plant verbena because they enjoy looking at its magical flowers. But let's be honest: Is this really advisable or is verbena poisonous and a potential source of danger for humans?
No blanket answer, but: The dose makes the poison
Verbena, which is usually annual in this country, can be eaten as a herb. However, you should not overdo it with consumption. Verbena contains verbenaline, a glycoside that is harmful in high doses. Among other things, it is responsible for their bitter taste.
To date, no poisoning by verbena has been reported. Quite the opposite: Used with caution, the verb can help with:
- states of exhaustion
- stomach and intestinal problems
- Inflammation in the mouth and throat
- poorly healing wounds
tips and tricks
Verbena flowers aren't just pretty to look at. Cut off some and use them, for example, to decorate salads and summery desserts.
KKF