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Back in the
days of yore, pennyroyal was also known as
"pudding grass" for its use in a stuffing made
of pennyroyal, honey, and pepper that was often
used in hog's pudding. |
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Pennyroyal
(Mentha pulegium)
Pennyroyal is a
member of the mint family, and exudes a fresh, minty,
herbaceous scent. While its scent is actually a bit more
powerful than other mints, its therapeutic value is
actually not as strong. Pennyroyal was used frequently
by Ancients for a variety of ailments, and remains
current in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia, which
recommends it for flatulence, intestinal colic, the
common cold, delayed menstruation, and gout. However,
its primary use in today's world of aromatherapy is in
pet care. Pennyroyal was a favorite of Pliny the Elder
in the fight against fleas, and remains a favorite
natural enemy of fleas to this day.
Mixes
well with: Citronella,
geranium, rosemary, and sage.
Parts
used: Fresh or slightly dried
herb.
Extraction method: Steam
distillation.
Safety
Information: Avoid completely
if pregnant or nursing. Can be toxic if ingested.
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