Spiny restharrow

Ononis spinosa

infusion · root

Root as a tea: a traditional remedy for minor urinary complaints, recognized in the European Union.

Origin

Europe

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The dried root, cut into pieces, is simmered gently for ten minutes — one teaspoon per cup — then left to steep for ten more minutes; then strained.

Did you know?

It is a legume, a cousin of peas and beans.