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The word "Woodruff" derives from the Anglo-Saxon wudurofe, Wudu, or forests, referring to the herba natural habitat deep in the dark forests in Europe. In Germany's Black Forest, where sweet woodruff grows prolifically, the herb is known as a "WaldmeisterÂ" or a "master of the Foresta ". The designation A" sweet "refers to the vanilla-like, new mown hay fragrance of leaves and flowers spreading when dry. This is due to the presence of coumarin and patchouli that has the ability to be a fixative for other fragrances as well as its contribution to the aromatic perfumes and potpourri own. "Ruff" Rovello derives from the French, which means wheel, which describes the arrangement of leaves around the stem. In Old French, who was known as moos-of-boys or "musk of the woods. "

In the garden, sweet woodruff perennial makes an attractive ground cover especially for shaded areas. In fact, woodruff leaves sweet yellow and white flowers very reduced if exposed to too much sun. Although that will grow with abandon through self-seed and underground rhizomes once established, the seed can be difficult to germinate so better buy your plants ita opening of a commercial producer or garden center. If from seed, be sure theyÂ're fresh that should be stratified to germinate. The plant grows to six inches in height and width. It is a perennial in zone 3 and flowers from May to June the development sow a seed is dispersed by adhering to the skin of animals that pass.

Sweet Woodruff is considered a tonic, along with being anti-spasmodic and diuretic. The herb is considered a mild sedative, especially to counter the stress in the very young and the elderly. It is assumed that benefit digestion and be useful with obstructions of the liver and hepatitis. For these reasons, the grass was, and remains, in addition to wine earlier, also to sweeten the bitter taste of the libation immature. In Germany, Maibowle or Maiwein (May wine) is still drunk as a spring tonic and to mark the passing of winter, along with other celebrations of the Day May, many of which date back to the time of the Druids. The association of herba with spring and the novelty has led to be carried in sachets to aid in compliance fresh plans and a "new starts". Woodruff is also made to attract wealth and bring victory to athletes and soldiers. When carried in a bag of leather guard against all evil. Woodruff was strewn on the floors of medieval churches. Garlands of leaves decorated statues, especially those of the Blessed Virgin, San BarnabasÂ's Day (June 11) and St. Peter's Day (June 20).

Although Sweet Woodruff makes a nice addition to some mixtures herbal tea and can be safely added to desserts and some drinks such as wine and cider, the herb can be toxic and can cause internal bleeding if taken in excess. Avoid the herb altogether if you are pregnant or taking medication in general, including aspirin. The active ingredient, coumarin, is used to produce drugs anticoagulants.

As an herb scented fixative, Sweet Woodruff makes a perfect addition to potpourri. Its sedative qualities also become a partner hops ideal for a pillow to sleep. Sweet Woodruff was tied around the calves of women in labor and stuffed into your pillow for restful sleep and strengthen the nerves.

Here a simple recipe for a pillow, herbal sleep, moss and therefore acts as a cushion to quiet the noise other herbs:

Sweet Woodruff Sleep Pillow

 · 1 part dried sweet woodruff

 • 2 parts dried hops

 • 4 pieces of dried moss forest.

Just stuff the mixture into a pillow.

A little wine May is only the fresh leaves and flowers of Woodruff added sweet white wine. Other recipes may be more complex, such as:

May wine

 · 1 liter of dry white wine

 · 1 handful of fresh leaves and flowers of sweet woodruff, chopped

 · 1 cup sugar

 · 6 oz cognac

 · 1 bottle of champagne, chilled

 · 1 whole orange, quartered

 · 12 fresh strawberries

 · Woodruff Several sprigs fresh flowers to decorate.

Mix the wine, chopped fresh Woodruff, cognac and fruit in a large bowl and leave to stand for at least 12 hours. Strain and remove Woodruff. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Pour chilled champagne and stir. Serve with fresh Woodruff as decoration.

For those who want a lower alcohol content, omit the brandy and ginger ale for champagne substitute.

Sweet Woodruff, especially in combination with other herbs, can relieve headaches, even more serious, including migraine. Try the following tea next time your head is pounding. Herbs may be fresh or dried; ration remains the same.

Herbal Tea Blend headache

 • 2 parts sweet woodruff

 · 1 part lavender flowers

 · 1 part thyme

 • 2 parts of cowslip flowers

Pour a cup of boiling water about two teaspoons of the mixture of herbal tea. That the strong tea covered for 5-10 minutes then strain and pour. Sweeten with honey if desired.

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