Cleavers (Galium aparine)

Cleavers, also known by its botanical name Galium aparine, is a common wild herb prized in traditional herbal medicine for its lymphatic, diuretic, and skin-cleansing properties. Found growing abundantly in fields, hedges, and gardens, this “sticky weed” is far more beneficial than it looks.

Health Benefits of Cleavers

1. Lymphatic System Support

Cleavers is widely used to stimulate the lymphatic system, helping to reduce swollen lymph nodes, detoxify the body, and support immune function. It’s especially popular during spring detox protocols.

2. Natural Diuretic

Known as a gentle diuretic, cleavers help the body eliminate excess fluids and waste through increased urination. This makes it useful for those dealing with water retention, urinary tract issues, and mild kidney support.

3. Skin Health and Acne Relief

Traditionally used to clear skin eruptions, acne, and other inflammatory skin conditions, cleavers can be consumed as a tea or applied topically to help cool and cleanse the skin.

4. Anti-inflammatory & Wound Healing

Cleavers has mild anti-inflammatory properties, and poultices made from the fresh plant are sometimes applied to cuts, burns, or insect bites to promote healing.

How to Use Cleavers

Cleavers Tea: Use fresh or dried cleavers. Steep 1–2 tsp in hot water for 10–15 minutes.
Fresh Juice: Blended with water and strained; consumed in small amounts as part of a spring cleanse.
Tincture: Used for lymphatic and urinary support (check dosage with a herbalist).

Note: Cleavers is best used fresh. It loses potency when dried for long periods.

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Cleavers (Galium aparine)