Herb latin name: Common Moonwort,Common Moonwort Extract

Latin name: Botrychium lunaria

Synonyms: Osmunda lunariaOsmunda lunaria

Family: Ophioglossaceae (Adder's Tongue Family)

Medicinal use of Common Moonwort: Moonwort has along reputation as avulnerary herb, the leaves are used externally as an ointment or taken internally. They are also used in the treatment of ruptures and dysentery.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: Dry grassland and rock ledges, usually on peaty soils.

Propagation of Common Moonwort: Spores - best surface sown as soon as they are ripe in a greenhouse and do not allow the compost to dry out. Placing the pot in a plastic bag helps to maintain a humid atmosphere which promotes germination and growth. Prick out small clumps into pots when they are large enough to handle and keep moist until established. Grow on in a greenhouse for at least the first winter and plant out in late spring. Division. It is best not to try and disturb this plant.

Cultivation of the herb: Dry grassland and rock ledges, usually on peaty soils.

Known hazards of Botrychium lunaria: None known

Herb latin name: Common Moonwort,Common Moonwort Extract

Latin name: Botrychium lunaria

Synonyms: Osmunda lunariaOsmunda lunaria

Family: Ophioglossaceae (Adder's Tongue Family)

Medicinal use of Common Moonwort: Moonwort has along reputation as avulnerary herb, the leaves are used externally as an ointment or taken internally. They are also used in the treatment of ruptures and dysentery.

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Habitat of the herb: the herb: Dry grassland and rock ledges, usually on peaty soils.

Propagation of Common Moonwort: Spores - best surface sown as soon as they are ripe in a greenhouse and do not allow the compost to dry out. Placing the pot in a plastic bag helps to maintain a humid atmosphere which promotes germination and growth. Prick out small clumps into pots when they are large enough to handle and keep moist until established. Grow on in a greenhouse for at least the first winter and plant out in late spring. Division. It is best not to try and disturb this plant.

Cultivation of the herb: Dry grassland and rock ledges, usually on peaty soils.

Known hazards of Botrychium lunaria: None known