Pour hot water, not boiling, over the dried flowers and let steep for about ten minutes covered, to preserve the mucilages. Strain before consuming, warm or cold. Approximately 1 to 2 teaspoons of dried flowers per cup, once or twice a day.
Lightly crush a few fresh leaves with a little hot water to obtain a smooth paste, then apply to the affected area using a clean compress. Leave on for about fifteen minutes. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Gently heat the cut roots in water for a few minutes without bringing to a strong boil, then let rest before straining. A use traditionally reserved for older preparations, to be continued with the advice of a professional if use is repeated. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
It is commonly found in country gardens and along low walls, where it is often grown as an ornamental plant; its dried flowers can also sometimes be found in herbal shops.
The flowers are harvested in summer, at full bloom, in dry weather and preferably in the morning.