Nasturtiums

(rough estimate due to natural conditions {weather, pests etc})

July & August Nasturtium flowers

disinfectant
healing agent
all parts of the plant seem to have strong antibiotic & antimicrobial properties
herbal remedy for urinary tract infections & infections of the respiratory tract
used for external & internal bacterial infections
treats minor scrapes cuts
prevent the common cold & influenza
remedy for hair loss & to stimulate hair growth
applied externally, it works against various fungal infections, including yeast infection

Nasturtium contains mustard oil and when used topically can cause skin irritation.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this herb. If taken during early pregnancy, it might induce menstruation and cause a miscarriage. It should be avoided in all its forms during pregnancy – flowers, leaves, and capers.
People with kidney diseases or ulcers of the stomach or intestinal tract should not use this herb in any form either.

finely chopped leaves add color & bite (peppery taste) to bread & butter, salads, herb sauces & dips
use in omelettes & stir-fries or sprinkled over boiled potatoes.
the flowers have a far milder taste; use them to add a splash of colour to salads, soups & even desserts
the flower buds & fresh seeds can be pickled in vinegar (Store for at least 3 weeks before using to allow the flavors to develop fully) & used like capers to add their sharp flavour to sauces, salads and antipasti
It is most effective when it’s used fresh & made into a compress for external use or into an infusion for internal infections.