Herb Gardens
Herbs can be grown in great abundance or in small
amounts for your own personal use. They can thrive in clay pots,
wooden boxes, or in large areas in the ground. They can be added to
regular flower gardens as an accent or border. They make wonderful decoration
pieces growing up wire towers. There are many uses and benefits of
great herbs!
ALFALFA(Medicago
sativa)- high in minerals & vitamins A,K, & E.
Kidney tonic; builds energy; for anemia; alkalinizes pH; for
internal inflammation- arthritis, colitis, etc.; stimulates
digestion, increases breast milk flow
***Blood thinning- do not mix with medications of any kind.
ANGELICA(Angelica archangelica)- warming; circulation stimulant;
digestive stimulant; women's reproductive tonic;
***Not for pregnancy
ANISE STAR PODS(Pimpinella anisum)- digestive stimulant;
warming to the body; circulation stimulant
ASTRAGALUS(Astragalus membranaceus)- An energy & immune
tonic;
Good for exhaustion & weakness; promotes wound healing-external
& internal; lung tonic -strengthens weakness; mild diuretic,
stimulates appetite & digestion
BAY LAURAL(Lauris nobilis)- digestive stimulant;
relieves indigestion; warming
BLACKBERRY LEAF(Rubus villosus)- good for coughs;
relieves diarrhea; great for kids
BLACK COHOSH(Cimicifuga racemosa)- PMS(physical symptoms);
calms spasms associated with asthma, bronchitis,
menstrual cramps, etc.; reproductive tonic; menopausal tonic;
high blood pressure tonic; for inflammation of the nerves or
spine or ovaries *Not for pregnancy, can cause low blood pressure.
Green tea is said to counteract negative affects.
BLADDERWRACK(Fucus vesiculosus)- diuretic; balances thyroid;
helps inflamed joints & organs; rheumatism; protectant
from
environmental polluntants & chemicals; helps body deal with
stress;
boosts stamina; regulates blood pressure & cholesterol;
provides mucilage(moist coating) to digestive tract
and mucous membranes; high in minerals.
BLESSED THISTLE(Cnicus benedictus)- stimulates and increases
flow of breast milk
BLUE COHOSH(Caulophyllum thalicroides)- women's reproductive and
uterine tonic; PMS(physical symptoms); stimulates sex drive;
regulates menstrual cycle; for prevention of miscarriage;
eases false labor pains; tonic for last month of pregnancy;
relieves spasms; relieves indigestion
BURDOCK ROOT(Arctium minus)- liver cleanser; acne & boils;
stimulates gall bladder; balances pH; pulls toxins and poisons
out
of body; stabilizes both high & low blood sugar levels;
increases breast milk flow; reduces swelling in joints;
alleviates constipation; balances hormones via the liver;
mild daily tonic herb; high in minerals; cooling
CALENDULA(Calendula officianalis)- heals damaged tissue, cuts,
wounds, burns, ulcers, herpes- internal & external;
astringent;
for acne take internally & apply to skin as wash; stimulates
blood
circulation; helps to break fevers;thrush-wipe baby's mouth with
tea
soaked cloth & nipple post breast feeding; for digestive
tract
inflammation & ulcers
CATNIP(Nepeta cataria)- digestive aid; relieves indigestion;
nerve
relaxant, great for kids
CHAMOMILE(Matricaria chamomilla)- relaxant; helps with
inflammation;
for colic; soothes spasms; for insomnia & anxiety, great for
children;
nausea; relieves indigestion; rheumatism; wash for red eyes
CHAPPARAL(Larrea divaricata)- digestive & liver tonic &
stimulant; bitter;
antioxidant; can be useful in cases of cancer, benign tumors,
bacteria,
viruses, & parasites
CEDAR LEAF TIPS(Thuja occidentalis)- high in vitamin C; good for
infections; used as a purifying herb when burned as incense
CELANDINE(Chelidonium majus)- fevers; liver tonic &
stimulant; jaundice;
boosts function of gallbladder
CHASTE TREE BERRIES(Vitex agnus-castus)- women & men's
reproductive tonic;
regulator for women's reproductive cycle; stimulates balance of
fertility;
stimulates progesterone; menopausal tonic- helps with physical
imbalances;
stimulates healthy flow of breast milk; digestive stimulant
CHICORY(Cichorium intybus)- stimulates proper liver function;
digestive
stimulant; for constipation; cooling; coffee substitute; hormonal
balancer
via the liver
CLOVES(Eugenia aromatica)- warming; digestive stimulant;
analgesic
CINNAMON(Cinnamomum zeylanicum)- warming; digestive stimulant;
alleviates
indigestion
COMFREY LEAF(Syphytum officinale)- mends skin & bone tissue,
wounds, cuts,
lesions, bone breaks, ulcers, acne, boils, etc.- internal &
external use;
provides mucilage(moist coating) to digestive tract & mucous
membranes;
high in minerals; supports nervous system; soothes urinary tract
COMFREY ROOT(Symphytum officinale)- mends skin & bone
tissue, wounds,
cuts, lesions, bone breaks, ulcers, acne, boils, etc.- internal
& external
uses; provides muclage(moist coating) to digestive tract &
mucous
membranes; high in minerals; supports nervous system; soothes
urinary tract
COPAL RESIN(Bureseru microphylla)- infections; burned as fragrant
incense
for increasing spiritual element & creating sacred space
CORNSILK(Zea mays)- urinary tract tonic; reduces water retention;
increases flow of urine; use in combination with cardiovascular
herbs for
high blood pressure; blood cleanser; eases bladder irritation due
to
infection, etc.
DAMIANA(Turnera)- warming; allays pain; relaxant; sexual
stimulant; men's
reproductive tonic; increases stamina
DANDELION LEAF(Taraxacum officinale)- bitter digestive stimulant;
reduces
water retention; high in minerals & vitamins A, C, etc.;
liver function
stimulant & tonic;
kidney stimulant; buffers blood sugar ups & downs; laxative
DANDELION ROOT(Taraxacum officinale)- high in minerals calcium,
magnesium,
potassium, zinc, etc. & vitamins A, C, & protein; liver
& digestive tonic
& stimulant; laxative;
DONG QUAI(Angelica senensis)- women's reproductive tonic;
hormonal
balancer; PMS difficulties, physical -cramps, bloating, etc.;
warming;
digestive & circulation stimulant
DRAGON'S BLOOD RESIN(Daemomorops draco)- infections; burned as
incense
ECHINACEA(Echinacea purpurea)-stimulates immune system; helps
acne,
infections, wound healing, sore throat, snake bites, ulcers,
herpes,
onset of flus & colds; *Not for daily use over long term-
alternate
days on & off
ELDER BERRIES(Sambucus nigra)- for coughs; drying; colds, flus,
& fevers
EUCALYPTUS(Eucalyptus globulus)- high in essential oils; used
externally
as tea for steam inhalation to open nasal & bronchial
passageways;
bacterial infections
EYEBRIGHT(Euphrasia officinalis)- for eye infections; sore &
red eyes; eye
health
FALSE UNICORN ROOT(Chamaelirium luteum)- prevents miscarriage,
take
through first four months; women's reproductive tonic; balances
menstrual
cycle
FENNEL SEED(Foeniculum vulgare)- relieves indigestion;
digestive stimulant
FLAX SEED(Linum usitatissimum)- high in essential fatty acids;
laxative
FRANKINCENSE RESIN TEARS(Boswellia thurifera)- burned as incense
GINGER ROOT(Zingaber officinale)- warming; digestive stimulant;
relieves indigestion; for nausea; for flu & colds *Fresh root
not for pregnancy, use only dry
GINSENG, SIBERIAN(Eleutherococcus senticosus)-*This herb works
best
over long term use(2 week minimum) boosts the immune
system;
balances nervous system; prevents thymus & lymph system
stress
damage; protectant from radiation exposure (X-rays, nuclear
exposure,
or radiation therapy, etc.); cancer preventative; men's &
women's
reproductive tonic & rejuvenative; increases mental
alertness;
helps to balance blood pressure & cholesterol; for
psychological
disorders
HAWTHORNE BERRIES(Crataegus oxyacantha)- cardiovascular tonic;
circulatory system tonic to veins & capillaries; antioxidant;
palpitations; arteriosclerosis; astringent;
for diarrhea
HIBISCOUS FLOWERS- for sore throats; soothing tea;
drying to mucous membranes; good for cough syrup
HOPS(Humulus lupulus)- nervous system relaxant; bitter digestive
aid;
muscle relaxant
HOREHOUND(Marrubium vulgare)- for coughs; stimulates
mucous expulsion; bitter digestive stimulant; good for
cough syrup
IRISH
MOSS FLAKES(Chondrus crispus)- high in minerals; draws out excess
mucous from lungs & stomach; provides moisture to dry coughs,
mucous
membranes, & digestive tract
JUNIPER BERRIES(Juniperus communis)- expels parasites &
microbes from
digestive system; bitter digestive stimulant; for diarrhea
KAVA KAVA(Piper methysticum)- nervous system tonic; relaxant; for
anxiety
& depression; soothes pain; helps insomnia
KELP GRANULES(Laminaria spp.)- high in minerals; reduces water
retention;
nutritive addition to foods(ex. sprinkle in soups); prevents
toxicity due
to environmental pollutants such as exhaust, radiation, toxic
waste
LAVENDER FLOWERS(Lavendula officinale)- nervous system relaxant;
calming;
helps insomnia; great for dream pillows
LEMON BALM(Melissa officinalis)- nerve relaxant; for depression;
calming;
for spasms digestive stimulant; relieves indigestion;
LEMON PEEL(Citrus limonum)- bitter digestive stimulant
LEMON VERBENA(Lippia citriodora)- nervous system tonic; relaxant;
calming;
digestive stimulant; relieves indigestion
LICORICE ROOT(Glycyrrhiza glabra)- soothes sore throats; soothes
internal
ulcers; estrogenic hormone balancer; adrenal tonic
MANDRAKE ROOT(Mandragora officinarum)-**EXTERNAL USE ONLY!!
for
protection of a house, person, etc.
MARSHMALLOW ROOT POWDER(Althaea officinalis) - high in
mucilage; soothing
& provides a moisture lining to digestive provides
system & mucous
membranes; for ulcers; laxative
MEADOWSWEET(Filipendula ulmaria)- helps with inflammation &
pain; for
ulcers; calming to nervous system
MILK THISTLE(Carduus marianus)- antioxidant; stimulates proper
liver
function & protects liver from toxins & stress; varicose
veins; for spleen
& kidney health; stimulates breast milk; hepatitis A & B
MOTHERWORT(Leonurus cardiaca)- cardiovascular tonic; high blood
pressure;
menopause; nervous system tonic; relaxant; anxiety
MUGWORT(Artemisia vulgaris)- nerve relaxant; helps anxiety,
shaking, &
insomnia; colds & flus; fevers; warming; circulatory
stimulant; brings on
late period
MULLEIN LEAF(Verbascum thapsus)- stimulates expulsion &
drying up of
excess lung fluid & toxins through coughing; asthma; sedative
MYRRH GUM POWDER(Commiphora molmol)- stimulates immune system to
help body
deal with infections, colds, flus, microbes; mouth herb-ulcers,
gingivitis, infections; mouthwash for sore throats
MYRRH GUM RESIN(Commiphora molmol)- burned as an incense
NETTLES(Urtica dioica)- high in minerals & vitamins; great
daily
nutritive; liver tonic; warming; drying stops bleeding; acne,
boils
OATSTRAW(Avena sativa)- nervous system tonic; calming; high in
minerals;
great daily tea; pregnancy tonic
ORANGE PEEL(Citrus aurantium)- bitter digestive stimulant
OREGON GRAPE ROOT(Mahonia repens)- bitter liver tonic; digestive
tonic;
for constipation; allergies; acne, boils; external use for
infections,
rashes *Not for pregnancy
OSHA ROOT(Ligusticum porteri)- helps expel excess fluid from
lungs;
for coughs; warming; circulatory stimulant; digestive stimulant
PAU D'ARCO(Tabebuia avellanedae)- men's & women's
reproductive
stimulant & tonic; bacterial, viral infections; parasites;
for
inflammation; promotes cervical health; cancer; candida
PEPPERMINT(Mentha piperita)- digestive aid; helps relieve
indigestion; warming
RASBERRY
LEAF(Rubus spp.)- women's uterine tonic;
menstrual cycle tonic; high in minerals; pregnancy tonic;
nutritive
RED CLOVER BLOSSOMS(Trifolium pratense)- high in minerals;
lymph cleanser; increases estrogen activity; cancer;
boosts protein assimilation; soothing to coughs
RED ROOT(Ceanothus spp.)- lymph cleanser; stimulates lymph
circulation; sore throats
ROSEBUDS(Rosa spp)- aromatherapy uses in crafts such as
dream pillows, bath salts, etc.
ROSEHIPS(Rosa spp.)- high in vitamin C; boosts immune system
ROSEMARY(Rosemarinus officinalis)- warming; circulatory
stimulant;
enhances mental clarity; digestive stimulant; helps indigestion
SAGE, GARDEN(Salvia officinalis)-Good tonic and internal
cleansing
SAGE, WHITE(Salvia apiana)- used for ceremonial purposes,
clears space & body of accumulated energy, brings focus &
clarity
SARSPARILLA(Smilax officinalis)- men's & women's reproductive
tonic;
PMS; menopause; sex drive; skin problems-acne, rashes, psoriosis,
eczema; liver stimulant & tonic
SPEARMINT(Mentha viridis)- digestive stimulant; helps indigestion
Spirulina- food resource; high in minerals & vitamins B12,
iron,
protein, chlorophyll, essential fatty acids, RNA & DNA;
preventative for cancer; helps balance blood sugar, hypoglycemia
tendencies; system cleanser
SWEETGRASS(Hierochloe odarata)- used for ceremonial purposes,
attracts positive energy into space & body
TURMERIC(Curcuma longa)-inflammation aid; warming; antioxidant
UVA URSI(Arctostaphylos uva ursi)- urinary tract problems-
infections,
sluggishness; astringent
VALERIAN ROOT(Valeriana officinalis)- nerve relaxant; helps with
pain;
for exsessive coughing or other spasm;PMS-physical &
emotional;
headaches
WHITE WILLOW(Salix alba)- headaches; inflammation; pain; aching
flu
WILD CHERRY BARK(Prunus avium)- coughs; excess fluid in the
lungs;
drying
WILD LETTUCE(Lactuca virosa)-nerve relaxant; pain;
headaches; back pain; restlessness; for spasms; rheumatism
pain
WILD YAM(Dioscorea villosa)- women's reproductive tonic;
progesterone enhancing; menopause; digestive tonic &
stimulant
WINTERGREEN(Gaultheria procumbens)- digestive aid; helps
indigestion;
opens nasal passageways as a steam
WITCH HAZEL(Haemamelis virginiana)- for inflamed gums & other
tissue;
stops bleeding; drying; acne; sore throats
WORMWOOD(Artemesia absinthium)- parasites; microbes; bacterial
infections
YARROW(Achillea millefolium)- fevers; drying; warming;
colds & flus; bitter digestive stimulant
YELLOWDOCK ROOT(Rumex crispus)- liver stimulant & tonic;
warming;
high in minerals iron & helps absorbtion of iron
YERBA SANTA(Eriodictyon spp.)- drying to mucous membranes;
sinus infections; coughs; respiratory system
***Please Note: This information is provided for educational
purposes only it does not constitute medical advice of any kind.
Please see your doctor if you are ill or before taking any kind of herb.***
