Name: Cleavers
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Used for: A tea made from this is a folklore cure for acne, if given time. It can also assist with lessening scar tissue as boils, blemishes, or other skin infections heal. Cleavers is also a mild diuretic, and can be used to assist with urinary tract infections and pain. It also has use as a lymphatic cleanser.
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Name: Ginseng
Latin: Panax quinquefolium
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Used for: Senility, longevity, energy, and memory. Strengthens the endocrine glands, which assists in the metabolism of vitamins and minerals. Used in conjunction with Sarsparilla to regulate male hormones. Can also strengthen your immune system. Supports the health and vitality of the nervous system. Can be used as a gentle stimulant during times of stress.
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Directions & Warnings: This herb should be used with care, as it does have a very intense action.
Name: Lemon Balm
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Used for: Can be used for improving memory and focus. Can also help to relieve depression. It is also anti-viral and anti-bacterial, and can be used to clear infections and congestion. Good for assisting with nerves, both pain and anxiety. It also tastes lovely, which means it makes a wonderful mixer for teas involving any of it’s attributes. Classified as a nerve tonic, meaning that it rehabilitates and strengthens the nervous system over time.
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Name: Cayenne
Latin: Capsicum
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Used for: Cayenne is one of the “miracle herbs,” falling into the same category of niftiness as garlic and turmeric. It is good for your digestion, and quite an assist to the circulatory system as well. It helps to regulate your heart and blood pressure. Used in conjunction with ginger, it can help to clear your sinuses and bronchial tubes; garlic increases the effects on blood pressure. It helps to mitigate shock, and can help with clotting (internally). It can also be used as a liniment for headaches and muscle aches. It is also an intensifier when used with other herbs and spices, making them more effective. Cayenne can also stimulate salivation, which can help with dry mouth. It also increases metabolism, making it a good thing to include in foods when working on weight loss. And rolling on through the myriad effects of cayenne, it is a healthier stimulant than caffeine, doing so through nutrition and a systemic revitalization rather than agitation. The way in which it acts as a stimulant can also help with the emotional responses to stress.
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Name: Black Walnut
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Used for: As an extract, can be used externally for skin issues caused by plant reactions and parasites, or taken internally for parasites. It can also be used as a dewormer for pets.
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Name: Borage
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Used for: As a tea, supposed to a quick-acting assistance for depression. Also used as a fever reducer.
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Name: Thyme
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Family: Mint
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Used for: Thyme has been used to calm anxiety and panic, while increasing motivation.
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Name: Rosemary
Latin: Rosmarinus officinals
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Family: Mint
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Used for: Anti-bacterial. Circulatory system tonic. Can be used in preparations to improve memory, focus, and concentration. Also a known anti-inflammatory. Can be used as a gentler stimulant than most, without agitating the system or exacerbating stress. If you do not mind a more savory tea, and appreciate the flavour of rosemary, this can also be used to ameliorate some of the nastier medicinal herb flavours.
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Edibility: Use as a spice for meats and garlic. Also makes a nifty tea on its own, or a nice addition to lemon/limeade.
Growing: Rosemary is a naturally drought tolerant plant. One of the easiest ways to kill it outdoors is over watering or overly rich soil. Rosemary actually prefers sandier, well drained soil. However, when in a pot it cannot sprawl its roots out as it prefers. You must keep the soil for a potted rosemary plant moist. If it dries out entirely, there is little chance of salvaging it. It is reported that it also really loves seaweed water.
I have found that using the leaf in teas gives them quite a bit of the actual blackberry flavour, and generally get momentarily distracted by the lovely smell when I open the container.
Name: Blackberry
Latin: Rubus villosus
Other Common Names: Bramble, Scaldhead, Fingerberry, Black Longberry
Family: Rosaceae
Parts Used: Roots, Leaves, Berries
Vitamins & Minerals: C, Folate, antioxidants, phytochemicals, potassium, manganese
Used for: Use the root for an astringent tincture. Consistent use of this tea can help with a variety of intestinal problems. Chewing the leaves has a long history of strengthening and healing the gums.
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Directions & Warnings: Blackberry is a mild blood thinner. Not dangerously so, on its own, but use caution if taking anti-coagulants.
Name: Marshmallow
Latin: Althea officinalis
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Used for: Marshmallow is one of the most effective mucilaginous herbs. It is good for acid problems of the digestive tract (ulcers, irritation, stones, and infections.) It is also useful for respiratory ailments, as it both calms the throat, and helps to expel mucous. It can be used as a poultice on sprains. It can also be used as a tea to increase the flow of milk when breastfeeding, and to enrich the milk. The mucilage also acts as a soothing and protective agent for inflamed and damaged nerves.
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