Is pennywort poisonous? How to make pennywort tea?

Pogostemon cablin is the most common herb in life and is also the favorite ornamental plant for many people to grow at home. It has thick leaves and pleasant fragrance, which can not only beautify the environment but also remove odors in the air. In addition, many people abroad like to eat pogostemon cablin. Some people are a little worried about this practice and don’t know whether pogostemon cablin is poisonous. Today, the editor will talk about this issue specifically, and will also share with you the method of eating pogostemon cablin tea.

Is pennyroyal poisonous?

Many people feel that the scent of pennywort is poisonous and cannot be eaten. In fact, this is not the case at all. The leaves of pennywort contain a natural volatile substance. When it is touched by external force, the cells will shrink, which will cause this volatile substance to be emitted into the air. This is the fragrance that people smell. This fragrance and the main components of pennywort leaves are green substances in plant cells. They are non-toxic and harmless and can be eaten with confidence.

How to consume pennywort tea

1. Method 1 for making tea with pennyroyal

The leaves of catnip can be harvested, dried, and then cut into strips. When needed, take an appropriate amount, put it in a teacup, pour in boiling water to brew it. After simmering for five minutes, you can drink the brewed tea directly. Alternatively, you can also put the dried catnip leaves in a pot, add water to boil the soup and drink it instead of tea.

2. Method 2 for making tea with pennywort

There is another way to make tea with Pengpeng. You can take the fresh leaves of Pengpeng, put them in a juicer, squeeze out the juice, add appropriate amount of honey and boiled water, mix well and drink it as tea. The Pengpeng tea brewed in this way can relieve sore throat, prevent mouth sores, and remove bad odor in people's mouth.