Recipe
Ribwort plantain compress
- Herb:
- Ribwort plantain Plantago lanceolata
- Method:
- Poultice / compress
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 25 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Steep 2 tsp dried leaf in 250 ml boiling water under a lid for 10 minutes, strain, and cool.
- Soak a clean cloth in the infusion and apply to intact skin for 10–15 minutes.
- Confirm species identification if you harvest your own material.
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
You can also use the cooled infusion externally; stop if allergy symptoms appear.
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
Ribwort plantain — Herb card
Poultice / compress — Processing method detail