Eyebright Herb

Ameen Foods Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis) is a lesser-known but historically treasured herb in traditional European herbal folklore. Recognized for its delicate white and purple flowers, Eyebright gets its name from centuries of traditional folk use.

Traditionally brewed as a herbal tea or infusion, Eyebright is also found in natural topical preparations like creams. It also holds culinary and ornamental appeal, occasionally adding a light, herbal note to European recipes and admired for its bright, graceful presence in gardens.

The cut herb is a mix of small leaf, fine stem and flower pieces, with a dry, slightly grassy aroma. Eyebright is a small semi-parasitic annual that grows in grassland and meadows across Europe, and it is known by names such as Euphrasia, Euphrasy and Augentrost. The cut herb is sold for herbal infusions, craft blends and traditional folk preparations.

Today, Eyebright continues to hold a place in traditional herbal folklore, valued by herbalists and nature enthusiasts alike for its historical and cultural significance.

How to use it

Steep a little of the cut herb, covered, in just-boiled water, then strain through a fine sieve. The cut herb blends well with chamomile or fennel seed, which round out its dry, slightly grassy taste. Keep it in an airtight jar away from light. Technique tip: pass the strained liquid through muslin a second time if you want it clear, since the finely cut stem in this herb leaves a good deal of sediment.

Botanical Name: Euphrasia officinalis
Also known as: Eye Balm, Clear Eye, Euphraise, Augentrost, Euphrasy, Eye-Wort, Oftalmo, Herbe d'Euphraise, ييبرايت.