Botanical name - Galium aperine
Country of Origin - Hungary
Common names: Clivers, Bedstraw, Amor De Hortelano, Barweed, Goosegrass, Stickywilly, Stickyweed, Catchweed, Robin-run-the-hedge and Coachweed.
Cleavers herb is most commonly used as an ingredient in soups and stews. A tea can be made by steeping 25grams in a pint of boiling water for 10 minutes.
Other uses when made into a tea are as a body wash and is said to be useful for dry skin conditions, improving the complexion and vitality of the skin and can be included when producing your own skin creams, lotions, gels, baths and shower gels.