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What is coltsfoot?
Coltsfoot is a plant that is found abundantly in Quebec, originating from Eurasia. Its floral buds are particularly interesting, making excellent herbal teas and are useful for seasoning meals.
How to use coltsfoot?
As an infusion, alone or in combination with other spring plants, for a soothing moment. Coltsfoot can also be used in decoction to soothe the respiratory tract and relieve cold symptoms. Traditionally, it is used for its expectorant and soothing properties on the throat and lungs.
Its natural habitat
Coltsfoot is a perennial plant, sometimes confused with dandelion due to its shape and color. This early spring herb is probably the first to bloom in the season, making it essential for feeding bees.
It is considered a weed that can affect certain vegetable crops such as soybeans, cereals, alfalfa, and corn. It is found in wet, clayey, rugged terrain, along roadsides, in ditches, etc.
