Eye Bright is a creeping, semi-parasitic annual that grows up to 50 cm (20 in). It has thin oval leaves and scallop-edged white blooms with black centers and yellow dots resembling little eyes.
History & Folklore
The Doctrine of Signatures, an ancient belief that a plant's characteristics indicate its medicinal uses, led to using eyebright for eye ailments.
Habitat & Cultivation
It thrives in open grasslands and meadows and is widespread across Europe. It is harvested in summer when in bloom.
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References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 209-210.
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