Black Sage 

 
Local Name: Black Sage
Scientific Name: Cordia curassavica (Erva baleeira), Salvia officinalis, Boraginaceae  
Parts to be Used: Leaves










Common Uses

Internal Application
- Leaves are steeped to treat colds and cough; an infusion of the leaves is used to treat infections, rheumatism and arthritis.
- Due to the anti-inflammatory it is also used against skin diseases, malaria, flu and fever.
- Stomach and nervous system and weakness of digestion
- Liver complaints, kidney troubles, hemorrhage from the lungs or stomach
- Sore throat and quinsy and measles, for pains in the joints, lethargy and palsy, jaundice
- Purify the blood, menstrual pains

External Application
- Ulcers and to heal raw abrasions of the skin.
- Scalp- to darken the hair
 
Preparation
Pour two cups boiling water over one ounce dried leaves. Brew for 10 minutes. Take 3 to 4 cups in a day.

Additional Information
The fresh leaves, rubbed on the teeth, will cleanse them and strengthen the gums
A cup of the strong infusion will be found good to relieve nervous headache.