Mignonette
Herb latin name: Mignonette,Mignonette Extract
Latin name: Reseda odorata
Family: Resedaceae (Mignonette Family)
Medicinal use of Mignonette: The acrid root is diaphoretic, diuretic and laxative. The seed is applied externally as aresolvent.Habitat of the herb: the herb: a common weed, it also grows amongst rocks.
Other uses of Mignonette: An essential oil is obtained from the flowers. Used in perfumery. 1200 Kg of flowers yields 350gr absolute. A yellow dye is obtained from the plant.
Propagation of the herb: Seed - sow in situ in the spring and only lightly cover the seed. Germination usually takes place within 2 weeks. An autumn sowing usually succeeds in areas where winter temperatures do not fall below about -10℃.
Cultivation of Mignonette: a common weed, it also grows amongst rocks.
Known hazards of Reseda odorata: None known
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