Anchusa officinalis Alkanet (Boraginaceae)

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Anchusa officinalis
Alkanet
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The Anchusa officinalis plant species is found in Europe to W. Asia. An introduced casual in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Boraginaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alkanet.

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Latin Name:  Anchusa officinalis
Common Name:  Alkanet
Family:  Boraginaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Roadsides, pastures and waste ground, preferring warmer areas[9, 13].

Medicinal Information: All parts of the plant are demulcent and expectorant[9]. They are used externally to treat cuts, bruises and phlebitis and internally to treat coughs and bronchial catarrh[9]. A homeopathic remedy is made from the plant[9]. It is used in the treatment of stomach and duodenal ulcers[9].

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