Germander (Teucrium)
Teucrium
Western Herbalism
Western Herbalism

Germander

Teucrium

Also known as AND SYNONYM: Cat thyme, Herb mastich, Syrian herb mastich; Herba mari veri.

warmingdryingTaste: bitterTaste: pungent

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Safety

No toxicity, pregnancy or breastfeeding flag is recorded for this plant. That is the record speaking, not a promise; the library carries the full safety section.

Dosing as the sources wrote it

PreparationAs writtenMetric
powderDose of the powder, 20 to 40 grains, or the same quantity may be given in infusion.1296-2592 mg
From 30 to 60 grains of the pulverized leaves may be administered every 2 or 3 hours; but their vinous tincture is preferred in doses of from ½ to 1 fluid drachm.1944-3888 mg

Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.

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