Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) Description… The perennial plant grows up to two feet and is found world wide. Its potent parts are the red or purple flowers. Red clover has been used medicinally in many parts of the world. Herbalist have used it to treat skin sores and eye irritations, as a cure for asthma […]
Pulsatilla
Pulsatilla Description This plant contains a caustic substance when eaten fresh and may cause blisters in the mouth and throat. Homoeopathic physicians often prescribe Pulsatilla to patients with conditions accompanied by a thick yellow or white discharge. How It May Benefit You… bed wetting breast infections chickenpox conjunctivitis coughs that cause a rattling sound in […]
Psyllium (Hydrophilic Mucilloid)
Psyllium (Hydrophilic Mucilloid) Description The seeds of this herb have been used for centuries to treat diarrhoea, constipation, haemorrhoids, and urinary problems. Both diarrhoea and constipation may be treated, because the mucilage in the seeds swells with the addition of water to give bulk as well as lubrication to the bowel. Recently it has been […]
Plantain (Plantago major)
Plantain (Plantago major) Description… Plantain is a weed which usually shows itself as an irritating addition to people’s nicely manicured lawns. However, this plant is useful to the herbalist as it can aid in the treatment of diarrhoea and haemorrhoids. Plantain also helps rid the body of excess mucus and soothes inflamed and sore membranes, […]
Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Description… Peppermint plants, have been used medicinally for thousands of years. They reach a height of two feet or more, have purple stems and long leaves; and a familiar minty aroma. Peppermint has been used as a remedy for indigestion since the days of Egypt. Peppermint is a stimulant and helps food […]
Pau d’arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa)
Pau d’arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa) Description… The native Indians of Brazil use the bark of this tree to heal many ailments. The extract from the tree is reported to anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral and is also considered an anti-inflammatory agent. It is thought to destroy micro-organisms by increasing the supply of oxygen to cells. Paud’arco is also […]
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)
Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) Description… This herb can be used as a healthy addition to salads as well as to aid a variety of ailments. Parsley possesses such nutrients as chlorophyll, potassium, phosphorus, iodine, calcium, vitamins C and A and works as a breath freshener. It is used as a digestive aid because of its ability […]
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) Description… As early as the seventh century, Arabs used nutmeg for digestive disorders, kidney problems, and lymphatic ailments. Today it is used principally as a spice in cooking and as a treatment for diarrhoea, insomnia, indigestion, and flatulence. It relaxes muscles, sedates the body, and helps remove gas from the digestive tract. […]
Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Nettle (Urtica dioica) Description… There would not be many people who have not experienced this herb’s famous sting. Nettle loses it’s sting when it is boiled or dried. Nettle has an erect stem and serrated, dark-green leaves. A tonic made from the leaves and stems is said to strengthen the body. Herbalists consider nettle a […]
Myrrh (Commiphora molmol)
Myrrh (Commiphora molmol) Description… Myrrh has many antiseptic and disinfectant properties and is used most often as a deodoriser. It fights through its direct antibacterial action. Myrrh has a history of being used as an ingredient in perfumes, cosmetics and in ancient times for embalming and as an insect repellent. How It May Benefit You… […]