Name: Chaparral
Latin: Larrea divarticata, Larrea mexicana
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Used for: Chaparral is an astringent, and can be used externally for infections of the skin. When paired with Red Clover, it can be used internally as a blood purifier.
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Used for: Use as a tea. Good for a bit of mood lifting after a dark time – suggested for the winter blues. Rich in vitamin C and contains some needed trace minerals. Good for arthritis. Taking 3 cups of birch leaf tea a day is said to help clear acne.
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Name: Yarrow
Latin: Achillea millefolium
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Used for: Taken internally it fights inflammation. Used externally, it can slow or stop bleeding, assist with pain, and promotes healing. Used internally or externally, it will fight or prevent infection. A spray in the back of the throat can help a sore throat. The same on an infected tooth can ease the pain. Spraying it on your feet can lessen aching. Used as an astringent, it can assist with acne. If made into a tincture and used as a spray, yarrow is an effective insect repellant. Studies done by the US Army indicated that it is more effective than DEET, although not as long lasting. Yarrow is actually more effective than the (now) classic combination of echinacea/goldenseal, and avoids the issues attached to those plants.
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Other Uses for: Folklore states that if used as a hair wash, it will promote curling.
Growing: Yarrow is said to make a good companion plant in the garden. Its root secretions strengthen other plants, and can actually make them more disease resistant. Yarrow is also said to keep ants and other harmful insects away.
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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