Family Name: Labiatae
Botanical Name(s): Ajuga reptans
Popular Name(s): Creeping Bugle, Carpenter's Herb, Common Bugle
Parts Used: Herb
Habitat: Bugle is found abundantly throughout Britain.
Description: Bugle is a perennial herb which is marked by its
solitary, tapering flower-stalks, 6 to 9 inches high. Its erect
flower-stalk is sent up from the root-stock which is pale green (often
purplish) in colour, with the leaves opposite in pairs. It flowers are
purplish blue in colour.
Uses: Bugle has bitter, astringent and aromatic properties. An
infusion of this plant is considered very useful in coughs and
haemorrhages.
