Meadowsweet is a perennial herb native to Europe and North America. It has delicate, sweet-smelling white or pink flowers that bloom in the summer and early fall. The dried herb has a slightly bitter and astringent flavor, and is often used as a tea or infusion.
In traditional herbal medicine, meadowsweet has been used to support digestive health and relieve headaches and muscle pain. It is also sometimes used as a natural remedy for respiratory issues and skin irritation.
Botanical Name: filipendula ulmaria
Also known as: dropwort, mead wort, ulmaria