Catnip (Nepeta cataria) vs Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa)

Catnip (Nepeta cataria)

Pleurisy Root (Asclepias tuberosa)

About

Catnip is a downy, aromatic perennial growing to 3 feet with heart-shaped, gray-green leaves and whorls of white flowers marked with purple spots. Native to Europe and naturalized in North America, it grows in dry wayside places and mountainous regions up to altitudes of 5,000 feet. The plant is gathered when in flower during summer and autumn. Catnip has an excitatory effect on cats.

Pleurisy root is an upright perennial herb growing to 3 feet tall, featuring narrow lance-shaped leaves and spikes of orange or yellow five-petaled flowers. It is native to the southern United States. The root is harvested in spring.

Safety & precautions

Large doses can cause vomiting. Ask a qualified professional before giving it to children or babies. Avoid during pregnancy.

Do not take during pregnancy. Excessive doses may cause vomiting.

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