Pennyroyal Herbal Remedies
Pennyroyal leaves make a pleasant-tasting infusion beneficial for delayed menstruation, colds and fever, and flatulence and nausea. The oil is applied externally as an insect and flea repellant. Pennyroyal has a taste of SPICY, AROMATIC and a temperature of COOL.
Pennyroyal Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Pennyroyal Infusion | 1 cup 2-3 x daily |
Pennyroyal Reference Information
| Latin Name | Mentha pulegium |
| Other Names | |
| Part Used | Herb |
| Herb Forms | Essential oil, tincture, bulk herb. |
| Affects | Blood, Digestive system |
| Cautions | The essential oil and the tincture have been blamed for several deaths after being taken to attempt pre-term abortion. Never use the essential oil of pennyroyal internally. The herb tea is considered safe but is still not recommended during pregnancy. |
| Botanical Info | A low-growing, highly-branched annual with round to oval leaves and small pinkish-white flowers. A member of the mint family. |
Supporting Research
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