Recipe
Greater plantain balm
- Herb:
- Greater plantain Plantago major
- Method:
- Balm
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 75 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Infuse dried leaf in warm oil in a water bath about 45 minutes, then strain.
- Stir in beeswax to the firmness you want and pour into tins — softer than a salve with a higher wax ratio.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Store refrigerated; stop if any irritation appears.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Greater plantain — Herb card
Balm — Processing method detail