Flora

Mercurial

(Mercurialis perennis)

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Height: 30 to 40cm

Uses:

• In medicine: This plant has diuretic and purgative powers. It’s used for menopausal and digestive problems.

Characteristic: Its name comes from the Roman God; Mercury who is told to have shown Men the medicinal powers of mercurial. “Perennis” means that this plant lasts all year round.

Toxic (for animals)