Plant Information

Common Name: SOAPWORT
Scientific Name: Saponaria officinalis
Alternative Names: Bouncing Bet

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R95.00

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Description

• Perennial
• Soapwort is native to Europe and naturalized in North America.
• It is a perennial herb with leafy stems arising from thin, underground rhizomes and narrowly ovate, pointed bright green leaves.
• Attractive clusters of scented pink flowers are borne from summer to autumn.
• It needs neutral to alkaline soil in sun or partial shade.
• Seeds can be sown in autumn or spring and the plants can also be divided in autumn or spring.
• It is poisonous to fish - the roots or foliage should not be in contact with pond water.

Parts Used

• Leaves and flowers

Medicinal Uses. It is said that

• Anti-inflammatory for dry, itchy skin conditions
• Eczema, rashes, allergy, insect bites, sunburn, nappy rash, sensitive skin
• Hair shampoo - oily/dry hair

Other Uses

• Insect Repellent:
• Use in garden spray: aphids, ants, flies. Etc
• Boil a lather to lift grease and dirt
• Good cleaning product for delicate silk garments, upholstery, tapestries

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