Lyreleaf sage

Salvia lyrata

Infection, Skin conditions, Gastrointestinal (Gi), Respiratory, Anti-anxiety

Infection – mouth, sore throat (gargle tea or chew leaves)

Skin conditions – sores, wounds, burns, cuts, warts- salve from the root, insect bites – poultice (crushed leaves), skin cancer – use root salve (plant is also called cancer weed, cancer root)

Gi – laxative

Respiratory – asthma, allergies, cold, cough – antitussive, mild expectorant – best used in combination with other herbs

Anti-anxiety – tea, calming bath

Used: the whole plant; fresh young leaves are edible in salads, or cooked; tea can be made from the entire plant; roots can be made into infused oil or salve for skin conditions.