Ajuga pyramidalis

Ajuga pyramidalis

Plant Family

Lamiaceae

Botanical Description

Pyramidal Bugle is a perennial plant growing 10-30 cm tall with hairy oval leaves in a basal rosette and a dense, pyramidal spike of blue to violet flowers.

Cautions

Limited safety data. Generally considered mild.

Habitat

Meadows, pastures, rocky grasslands.

Geographic Distribution

Native to Europe including Iceland.

Growth Conditions

Full sun to partial shade. Well-drained soil.

Plant Size

10-30 cm

Effects on the Body

Mild astringent, traditional use for wound healing and as mild bitter tonic.

Active Constituents

Iridoid glycosides, tannins, flavonoids.

Safety Information

Dosage

Tea: 1-2 teaspoons dried herb in hot water. Traditional use.

Culinary Use

Not used culinarily.

Folklore & Historical Use

Related to Common Bugle, used similarly in folk medicine.

Scientific Research

Very limited clinical research available. Related species Ajuga reptans shows anti-inflammatory effects in preclinical studies. Contains iridoid glycosides and phytoecdysteroids.