In traditional herbal medicine all parts of the plant are astringent[Grieve. A Modern Herbal. Penguin 1984]. It can be harvested as required and used fresh[Bown. D. Encyclopaedia of Herbs and their Uses. Dorling Kindersley, London. 1995].

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An essential oil is obtained from the plant. It has a pennyroyal fragrance.

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The crushed leaves are used to flavour jellies, cakes, fruit dishes etc

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