Herb: Shiny Elsholtzia


Latin name: Elsholtzia splendens


Synonyms: Elsholtzia angustifolia


Family: Labiatae



Medicinal use of Shiny Elsholtzia:

The whole plant contains an essential oil , monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes. It is used in Korea in the treatment of headaches, fevers, diarrhoea and oedema.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Annual


Height:
40 cm
(1 foot)

Habitat of the herb:

Grassy areas in mountains in Korea. Hills and grassy areas at elevations up to 300 metres in China.

Propagation of Shiny Elsholtzia:

Seed - sow late spring in situ.

Cultivation of the herb:

Grassy areas in mountains in Korea. Hills and grassy areas at elevations up to 300 metres in China.

Known hazards of Elsholtzia splendens:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.