Parts used: Leaves and rootPropertiesAlternative, antiseptic, astringent, blood purifier, diuretic, expectorant, galactagogue, hemostatic, nutritivePrimary nutrientsCalcium, chlorophyll, chromium, copper, iron, manganese, potassium, protein, silicon, sodium, sulfur, vitamins A, C, D, E, F and P, zincNettle is recognized as one of the most useful of all plants. ...

Parts used FlowersPropertiesAlterative, anodyne, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antineoplastic, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, febrifuge, nervine, sedativePrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, selenium, silicon, tryptophan, vitamins A, C, F and B-complex, zincEuropean countries have used chamomile for its healing benefits in treating digestive problems and as a sedative, for colic...

Parts used: Leaves and rootPropertiesAlterative, anti-catarrhal, antitussive, astringent, bitter, demulcent, emollient, expectorant, febrifuge, nutritive, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsEighteen amino acids (especially lysine), calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, protein, vitamins A and C, zincComfrey is one of the most valuable herbs known to man.  It has been...

Parts used Leaves, flowers and petalsPropertiesAlterative, analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, bitter, blood purifier, cholagogue, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, hemostatic, stimulant, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsPhosphorus and vitamins A and CEuropeans have used calendula for hundreds of years and its medicinal value was well known. Calendula...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAlterative, antibacterial, anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, antilithic, demulcent, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, galactagogue, lithotriptic, mucilant, nutritive, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iodine, iron, pantothenic acid, sodium, vitamins A and B-complexMarshmallow helps expel phlegm and relaxes the bronchial tubes while soothing and healing.  It aids in healing lung ailments such...

Parts used: Buds and petalsPropertiesAntibacterial, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, blood tonic, cleansing, digestive stimulant, expectorant, increases bile production, kidney tonic, menstrual regulator, sedative,Primary nutrientsVitamins C, B, E and KRose buds and flowers may be used as a stimulant and blood tonic to relieve stagnant...

Parts used: FlowersPropertiesAlterative, antiseptic, astringent, blood purifier, diaphoretic, diuretic, homeostatic, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCopper, iodine, iron, manganese, potassium, vitamins A, C, E, F and KYarrow has been used for just about every ailment in its history and has proven healing properties.Yarrow is well known for its ability...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAlterative, antiseptic, carminative, decongestant, diuretic, galactagogue, nervine, sedativePrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, niacin, potassium, selenium, silicon, sodium, vitamins A and C, zincValerian is beneficial for the heart, lungs, liver and stomach, as well as the nerves and the brain.  It may also help...

Parts used: Root & leavesPropertiesAbortifacient, anthelminthicPrimary nutrientsLipophilic flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactonesPopular in witchcraft, mugwort is said to promote lucid dreaming and astral travel.  Smoking or eating mugwort before going to sleep is supposed to make dreams more intense and help the dreamer remember them upon waking.Mugwort...

Parts used: FlowersPropertiesAnalgesic, antibacterial, anti-depressant, anti-emetic, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, circulatory stimulant, nervine, nervous system tonic, relaxant, rubefacientThis is an effective herb for headaches, especially when they are related to stress.  Lavender can be quite effective in the clearing of depression, especially when used in conjunction...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAlterative, analgesic, antiemetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, astringent, galactagogue, homeostatic, oxytocic, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, vitamins A, B, C, D, E, F and GRaspberry is rich in iron and calcium and contains phosphorus and manganese – all helpful supplements in a woman’s diet. ...

Parts used Leaves and rootPropertiesAlterative, antacid, blood purifier, cholagogue, diuretic, hepatic, lithotripstic, purgative (mild), stomachicPrimary nutrientsFructose (roots), glucose (roots), magnesium, manganese, nutritive slats (all), phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vitamins A, B-complex, C and zincThis herb has a long history of use and is considered a...

Parts used: Leaves and oilPropertiesAntibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, aromatic, carminative, diaphoretic, rubefacient, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCopper, iodine, inositol, iron, magnesium, niacin, potassium, silicon, sulfur, vitamins A and CPeppermint leaf is one of the great herbal remedies and useful to have around the house.  It is easy to grow,...

Parts used: StemPropertiesAlterative, demulcent, nervine, nutritive, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, phosphorus, silicon, vitamins A, B1, B2 and EOat straw is rich in silica, which is found in the nervous system.  The brain and nerves need silica.  Oat straw tea is often used to calm the nerves and...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAlterative, antibacterial, anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, cholagogue, demulcent, estrogenic, expectorant, purgative (gentle), sialagoguePrimary nutrientsBiotin, chromium, iodine, lecithin, manganese, niacin, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, vitamins E and B-complex, zincLicorice is thought to work as a stimulant on the adrenal glands and as a natural source of...

Parts used: Flowers and leavesPropertiesAlterative, antiseptic, antispasmodic, demulcent, expectorant, febrifuge, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsVitamins A and CViolet is very effective in healing internal ulcers.  It is also used internally and externally for tumors, boils, abscesses, pimples, swollen glands and malignant growths.  It is found in some alternative...

Parts used: Flowers and leavesPropertiesAnti-inflammatory, vulneraryWhilst this herb should not be taken internally as it is potentially toxic, it provides us with one of the best remedies for external local healing and may be considered a specific when it comes to the treatment of bruises...

Parts used: FlowersPropertiesAlterative, antibiotic, antispasmodic, blood purifier, nutritive, sedative, stimulant, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, cobalt, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, nickel, selenium, sodium, tin, vitamins A, C, B-complex, F and PRed clover has been used for treating cancer, bronchitis, nervous conditions, spasms and toxins in the body.  Herbalists...

Parts used: Aerial partsPropertiesAntibacterial, anti-depressant, anti-emetic, anti-spasmodic, antiviral, aromatic, carminative, diaphoretic, hepatic, hypotensive, nervine, nervous system restorative, sedative, tonicPrimary nutrientsCopper, folate, manganese, magnesium, potassium, zincLemon balm is an excellent carminative herb that relieves spasms in the digestive tract and is used in flatulent dyspepsia.  Because...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAnalgesic, anti-catarrhal, antispasmodic, antitussive, astringent, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant, mucilant, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, sulfur, vitamins A, B-complex, and DTraditionally, mullein is well known for its use in treating respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, coughs, tuberculosis and congestion.  It can help loosen mucus...