MILK THISTLE SEEDS 50+ herb FLOWER garden BIENNIAL Silybum Marianum medicinal

Description: Milk Thistle HerbThis batch has an 85% germination rate as of September of 2023Seeds Shipped in a standard envelope. Silybum marianumOpen-pollinated. Annual. Named for the bold white splashes on its glossy leaves, said to be from Mary’s milk. Fast-growing, 3–5', with leaves up to 8x24". Native to the Mediterranean. Use young leaves cooked or in spring salads; remove spines first! Flower stalk puts out large purple thistle flowers that were eaten like artichokes. Silymarin, found in the flowers and seeds, has been used to strengthen and regenerate liver tissue. Will self-sow; pull unwanted volunteers before they get big and prickly. Likes dry soil, very tolerant of drought.About medicinal herbs: Archeological evidence dates the medicinal use of herbs back 60,000 years to the Neanderthals. 85% of the world’s population employ herbs as medicines, and 40% of pharmaceuticals in the U.S. contain plant-derived materials. Fewer than 10% of higher plant species have been investigated for their medicinal components. Interest in traditional herbal remedies continues to grow.Statements about medicinal use of plants have not been evaluated by the FDA, and should not be used for the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any ailment. Before using or ingesting any medicinal plant, consult a healthcare practitioner familiar with botanical medicine.

Price: 1.99 USD

Location: Hastings, Florida

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