Medicinal Plants
Garlic | Not Just For Cardiovascular Health
Garlic
Allium sativum Garlic is a member of the Liliaceae family. It is eaten as part of a Mediterranean diet.
The active ingredient is thought to be allicin which has been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure, have… Continue reading
Feverfew | Natural Migraine Headache Relief
Feverfew
Chrysanthemum parthenium (or Featherfew) Feverfew is a perennial that grows in gardens and along roadsides. In traditional medicine, it has been known as “medieval aspirin.” It has been shown to cause vasodilation and reduce inflammation. Vasodilation helps… Continue reading
False Unicorn | Naturally Help Period Cramps and Other Women’s Health Issues
False Unicorn
Chamaelirium luteum (or Helonias, Blazing-Star, Devils’ Bit, Fairy Wand) False unicorn is a native lily of the southern and eastern parts of the United States. Its roots (rhizome) were used for medicinal purposes in Native American folklore. Its… Continue reading
Echinacea | Not Just For The Common Cold
Echinacea
Echinacea purpurea (or Coneflowers) The most commonly used form for medicinal purposes is Echinacea purpurea. It’s a wildflower that grows well in North America and attracts pollinators and butterflies.
Medicinal Uses
Viral Infections
Echinacea has antiviral activity and… Continue reading
Chamomile | Sleep Better Naturally
Chamomile
Anthemis nobilis Chamomile has been used throughout history as a cure-all for many ailments. It can be used as a medicinal plant because of its sedative, spasmolytic, anti-inflammatory, mild astringent, and wound healing benefits. It binds to the… Continue reading
Calendula | Wound Healing and More
Calendula
Calendula officinalis Calendula is a perennial plant that grows in fertile soils in North America. Historically, these medicinal plants were used for gangrene and protection against the plague.
Calendula is rich in carotenoids, flavonoids, glycosides, steroids and sterols… Continue reading
Basil | Why It’s Not Just For Pesto
Basil
Ocimum basilicum (Sweet Basil) Basil is a medicinal plant that is native to India, Asia, and Africa. This plant species is part of the mint family, but you may know it best for its use in food. Aside… Continue reading
Aloe Vera | Natural Remedies for Skin, Digestion, Acne and More
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera Aloe Vera is a succulent plant that grows well in arid desert climates. It’s been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine as a medicinal plant. It can be used as a cream, gel, ointment,… Continue reading
13 Great Books About Herbs for Healing
Using herbs for healing has been an activity that has become so popular over the last few years thanks to all of the included benefits that both the organism and body receive. However, this is a field where knowledge is… Continue reading