Speedwell, One of the Prettiest Wild Plants in Britain

The official name for Speedwell is Veronica Officinalis, which is a very common plant in Great Britain.  Speedwell grows in dry pastures and on heaths, wide, open uncultivated land with heather and course grasses naturally growing, its stalks are about 6-8 inches high of the ground, the pale green leaves are short and oval, with a little hairy appearance and dented around the edges; the flowers are small in blue color and look a little like and old gramophone speakers, the root system is quite small but fibrous. 

The whole herb is used and best affective when it is fresh, it is very good for opening obstructions in the body especially in the lungs and is excellent for cleansing the blood.  It removes blotches and cutaneous eruptions, including the nerves as well as infections related to different layers of tissues in the skin.

This popular herb has been used for traditional medicine in Austria for many years and is taken internally as tea for the treatment of disorders with the nervous system, respiratory tract, metabolism and cardiovascular system.

The Speedwell plant is rich in vitamins, including the group of complex organic compounds such as tannins and glycoside aucuboside which is thought to have anti-inflammatory properties and thus sold as remedies for ear infections and sinus troubles.

For best results in using this herb for your treatment contact a well qualified herbalist who has the experience to offer you the best advice.