08/03/2026
CLEAVERS - we all give them to our horses because they are Sooo good … but they are also good for you!!
🌿 3 Cleaver Recipes for a Springtime Cleanse 🌿
Say hello to the sticky little miracle of spring — Cleavers (Galium aparine)! Also known as Sticky W***y, this Moon-aligned herb clings to our coats, boots, and hearts, whispering it’s time to refresh, reset, and awaken our lymph and spirit 💚
Cleavers are a gentle yet powerful lymphatic tonic, supporting your body’s natural cleansing systems. They ease puffiness, soothe sore throats, help clear skin, and even calm emotional stagnation. Perfect for stepping into spring with vibrancy and clarity 🌕✨
Here are 3 simple and potent ways to welcome Cleavers into your springtime ritual:
🥒 1. Cleavers Juice
Juice 3–4 handfuls of fresh Cleavers (pre-flowering) with a splash of cucumber or celery. Drink immediately or freeze into cubes to drop into smoothies or water for a zingy boost anytime.
💧 2. Cleavers Cold Infusion
Roughly chop a handful into a litre of cold spring water. Let it steep overnight in the fridge. Strain and sip throughout the day to cool the body, move lymph and deeply hydrate.
🍎 3. Cleavers Apple Cider Vinegar
Harvest Cleavers, chop finely, and cover with raw ACV. Steep for 2 weeks, strain, and use daily in water, salad dressings, or over steamed greens for a mineral-rich boost that supports skin, bones, and metabolism.
✨ Feeling symbolic? Try a Spring Equinox Ritual with Cleavers:
Weave a small mat, pour spring water through it with intention, and brew a strong tea. Sip slowly, imagining the plant washing away all that no longer serves 🌿💧
🌟 See the full recipes + video in our latest blog post: seedsistas.co.uk/2025/05/02/3-cleaver-recipes-for-a-cleanse/