Lamium album

Other names: deaf nettle, deaf nettle, deaf nettle, deaf nettle, soother, soothwort, false basil, clary sage, dead nettle, bee sip

Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)

The white coleus (Lamium album) is a plant that many of you will be familiar with. It is a weed that can be found almost everywhere, from fields and meadows to gardens and roadsides. This herb has a unique appearance with its large white flowers and dark green leaves. These gafterized leaves are divided into simple shapes with rough edges, and the plant reaches heights of up to 60 cm. In some dialects, it is also called deaf nettle, deaf nettle, deaf nettle, non-woody nettle, suckling nettle, false basil, clarity nettle, dead nettle or bee sip.

The white coleus is a plant that is known for its wide range of uses. Its yellow flowers can be used as a colourful accent in hot drinks such as tea. These flowers then add a subtle sweetness and pleasant aroma to teas. The higher content of tannins and essential oils in white horehound can suppress inflammatory conditions and also help in the treatment of eczema. Various ointments, creams or teas are also made from white horehound, especially for outdoor use on the skin. Some studies have also suggested that white horehound may help in the treatment of various types of cancer, but these claims still require further research.