Cowslip is the common name of Primula veris species, from Primulaceae family.
Also known as: palsywort, herb peter, keyflower.
A flowering cowslip
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Features of Cowslip
Height to 6-8 inches. Spread to 6-8 inches. Zone 5-9. Herbaceous perennial
dark-brown, small seed.
light-green, rosetta-formed, wedge-shaped leaf.
clustered, scented, yellow flower in spring.
Growing Cowslip
- by root division during autumn.
- by seed during autumn. Sow fresh seeds, which need stratification to germinate.
- growth: Good as a pot-plant.
- pest: aphids and vine weevils are common pests to this plant.
- transplant: 6 inches apart.
Using Cowslip
Cosmetic
Lotion
Make lotions for wrinkles. (Use flower)
Culinary
Dessert
Use for jam, and use candied flowers to garnish desserts. (Use flower)
Salad
Add to salads. (Use flower)
Household
Fragrance
Add to potpourri. (Use flower)
Medicinal
First-aid
Make into an ointment for wounds. (Use leaf)
Tea
A tea to relieve headaches, bronchitis, rheumatic pains, insomnia, and anxiety. (Use flower)
Traditional Remedies
- Skin » wounds and sores
- Respiratory » cough, bronchitis
- Mood » insomnia, anxiety
- Disorder » headache
- Muscle And Joint » arthritis
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
Cautions
- Reactions » May cause skin allergy.
- Conditions » Not suitable during pregnancy.
- Please consult with your doctor before using cowslip for health related purposes.
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