Mallow (Galium aparine)

Other names: Aparine vulgaris, Asperula aparine

Yarrow, also known as creeping creeper, Aparine vulgaris or Asperula aparine, is an annual plant that is often found in Europe and Asia. It is part of the Rubiaceae family, which includes about 600 species. It is characterised by its slender, narrow leaves, which are usually clustered in hexagonal clusters along thin, quadrangular and branched stems. The flowers are small and white, but it is not on the flowers but rather on the fruits, which can easily pull foreign material onto themselves, a peculiarity of the plant.

Elderberry is known for its medicinal properties and is often used in traditional medicine. It contains many bioactive constituents, including flavonoids, carbohydrates, saponins and tannins. In the past, it was often used to purify the blood, as a diuretic and for the treatment of skin diseases. Today, the clove is used in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily for the production of medicines. It is also used as a component of various herbal teas and in homeopathy. As the plant is edible, it can also be used in various dishes. Young shoots and leaves can be eaten raw or added to salads, while larger plants can be cooked like spinach. Dank raw milk can then be used as an ingredient in soups and sauces.