Anodyne : Pain killing herb.
Anti-Nauseant : Prevents the feeling of nausea.
Antiseptic : Any herb which prevents the formation of pus, and tissue degeneration.
Bitter : An herb with a bitter flavor (not necessarily unpleasant)
Cardiac : Herbs with heart affecting properties.
Depurative : Purifies the blood.
Emolient : Herbs with skin soothing properties.
Febrifuge : Lowers high temperatures.
Hepatic : Aids the liver and gall-bladder functions.
Irritant : Produces pain or irritations/itchiness on contact.
Laxative : Induces bowel movements.
Nervine : Calms nervous disorders.
Pectoral : Aids in a remedy for chest infections.
Simple : Remedy made from only one herbal ingredient.
Tonic : Any herbal remedy that has restorative powers.