Foxglove is a popular garden ornamental plant despite all parts of the plant being toxic. It is also well known for its heart-healing properties.
Here Are Four Surprise Facts You Might Not Know About Foxglove:
- Foxglove is native to western and southwestern Europe, western and central Asia, and northwestern Africa.
- Do not confuse what is commonly called Chinese foxglove root (Radix Rehmannia) with foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). They are two entirely different plants.
- Foxglove is famous for its ability to improve the circulation of blood. It can also treat internal hemorrhage, inflammatory disorders, acute mania, and epileptic cases.
- Legend says that Vincent Van Gogh used foxglove to treat his epilepsy.
