Many people pull it from gardens without a second thought, assuming it’s just another stubborn weed. But the plant commonly known as Santa Lucía herb has been used in traditional herbal practices for generations because of the natural properties people believe it contains.
Found growing along sidewalks, flowerpots, damp soil, and backyards, this small wild plant is easy to recognize by its tiny flowers, green leaves, and the milky white sap released when the stem is broken. Although often overlooked, it has long been prepared as a homemade tea and
