Wola Błędowa, near Bratoszewice

It is native to Europe. Edible plant - young leaves cooked, a bitter taste; young stems cooked; seeds raw or cooked. Herbal plant - leaves are often applied externally as a rustic remedy in the treatment of blisters, burns and scalds; the root contains tannin and is astringent and blood purifier, a tea made from the roots has been used in the treatment of jaundice, whooping cough, boils and bleeding; an infusion of the root has been used as a wash, especially for children, to treat skin eruptions; reportedly, the root has been used as a contraceptive to stop menstruation. Useful plant - dark green to brown and dark grey dyes can be obtained from the roots of many species in this genus.