This annual herb is also called Mary thistle, Wild Artichoke. Milk Thistle is easy to grow from seeds. The flowers are red-violet and the plant can grow up to three feet high.

In the 20th century German scientist did a chemical analysis of Milk Thistle and discovered that it contains " a mixture that may support the production and regeneration of liver cells.. Silymarin is also believed to help the liver prevent various toxic substances from entering its. membranes.. Milk Thistle is one of the best herbs you can use to help protect the liver.

Take internally (tincture,capsules and tea) for all liver disorders, hepatitis, weakened immune system, prevent or treat gallstones and it may also suppress the desire to drink: alcohol.

As its name implies, it promotes milk secretion and is perfectly safe to be used by breast feeding mothers.. You may take 1-2 ml tincture three times a day" Drink one cup of tea 30 minutes before every meal (morning, afternoon and evening). Apply externally for psoriasis.

Part used: Seed.