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Field Rosemary

It is stimulating, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, and tonic.

Tea made from its leaves combats catarrhal affections, coughs, bronchitis, and rheumatism.

Lantana microphylla, popularly known as field rosemary or northern rosemary, is a plant native to Brazil with various uses in traditional medicine. Its medicinal properties are mainly attributed to the compounds present in its leaves.

Traditional and Medicinal Uses

• Respiratory problems: Northern rosemary has been traditionally used to relieve symptoms of cough, bronchitis, and other respiratory illnesses.

• Digestive problems: The plant can help treat indigestion, gas, and other mild gastrointestinal problems.

• Skin problems: Rosemary can be used to treat wounds, burns and other skin irritations.

• Other uses: The plant has also been used to treat headaches, fever and rheumatic problems.