Hedge Woundwort

Latin Name:

Stachys sylvatica
Manx Name:

Lus-lhott cleiee
Season:

June - September
Locations where this species is found:
Glen Maye, South Barrule, Silverburn River, Glen Rushen, Colby Glen, Conrhenny Plantation

This plant grows in shady hedgerows. Its leaves give off an unpleasant smell when crushed.

The bruised leaves of this plant are said to stop bleeding and promote healing.

The Manx name for this flower is "Lus-lhott cleiee".
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