Wood sorrel is a delicate woodland herb with shamrock-like leaves and a bright, lemony tang, long gathered in European folk practice and by Native American peoples as a cooling, refreshing remedy. Its sour leaves were chewed to quench thirst and ease nausea, brewed as a tea to cool fevers and settle the stomach, and applied as a poultice to soothe inflamed skin and slow-healing sores.
leaf, flower
tea, fresh leaf, poultice, juice
Small handful of fresh leaves chewed or as garnish; 1 tsp dried herb as tea up to 1x daily for short periods
High in oxalic acid — avoid with kidney stones, kidney disease, gout, or arthritis. Not for prolonged use or large quantities; may interfere with calcium absorption. Avoid during pregnancy.
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