Milk Thistle

Milk thistle is not only an ornamental plant, but also a powerful herbal remedy in the fight against liver disease. It thrives even in temperate climates, you just need to know a few basic growing rules. Its seeds are used to prepare healing tea with detoxifying effects. How to grow it at home and how to get the most out of it?

This herb grows up to 1.5 m tall and thanks to its thistle-like appearance, it is often grown as an ornamental plant.

It originally comes from Asia, the Mediterranean and North Africa. In temperate regions, it can be found growing wild on wasteland or rocky slopes. Milk thistle prefers loamy, well-drained and slightly calcareous soil, tolerates drought well and likes sunny locations.

🌿 Health Benefits

Liver and Detoxification:
Milk thistle has excellent effects on the liver, acts as an antioxidant and protects liver cells.

First Aid for Poisoning:
It contains silymarin – a substance that supports liver regeneration and helps with poisoning.

Other Uses:

• Hemorrhoids
• Varicose veins
• Jaundice
• Infectious mononucleosis
• Travel sickness
• Depression
• Support after chemotherapy

🛒 Seeds available for purchase: Milk Thistle Medicinal Herbs

☕ Tea Preparation

Instructions:
First crush the fruits. Use 1 teaspoon of crushed seeds per 1/4 litre of water. Pour boiling water over them, let steep for 20 minutes, then strain.

Recommendation:
Drink the hot tea on an empty stomach or before bedtime.