Astringent Herbs And Tannins: Medicinal And Cosmetic Uses
Astringent herbs draw together or constrict body tissues and are effective in stopping the flow of blood or other secretions. They are tightening, healing and drying, reducing irritation and inflammation and creating a barrier against infection that is helpful in wounds and burns.
Herbs that contain tannins such as tea, roses, grape wine,
and oak bark are considered astringent, as well as tart citrus fruit like lemons.
Astringents like alcohol and witch hazel are often used as facial toners, but can cause unwanted dryness of the skin when used in excessive amounts.
Astringent is one of the five flavors, or Rashas in Ayurvedic medicine, but the meaning is not the same.
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Acacia ,
Acacia senegal
: Gum Arabic, Cassie flower, Catechu, Egyptian thorn |
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Shrub :
Herbalists use acacia gum to bind pills and lozenges and to stabilize emulsions. It is also used in aromatherapy for applying essential oils...
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Agrimony,
Agrimonia eupatoria L.
: Liverwort, cockleburr, sticklewort |
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Herbaceous Perennial :
This most famous of the medieval wound herbs is a member of the rose family and like all it's more glamorous relatives is highly astringent. Agrimony is mild enough to use for children and strong enough stop bleeding from cuts and heavy menstruation. Agri...
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Almond Oil,
Prunus dulcis
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Almond oil is used in skin care and aromatherapy as a carrier oil. Raw almonds are used in facial scrubs, and to make almond flour and almond butter...
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Andiroba Oil,
Carapa guianensis
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Andiroba oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and is an anti-inflammatory due to the presence of compounds known as limonoids....
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Andrographis,
Andrographis paniculata
: Creat, chuan xin lian, Kan jang, Kalmegha |
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small annual shrub :
Andrographis paniculata is an herb native to the Indian subcontinent and is used in Ayurveda,the ancient (before 2500 b.c.) Indian system of health care and longevity. ...
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Apple,
Malus domestica
: Apple cider vinegar, wine vinegar |
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In addition to the fruit of the apple tree, its bark, flowers, and leaves all have healthy properties. Apples contain malic and tartaric acids, and salts of potassium, sodium, magnesium, and iron. Regular consumption can even lower cholesterol and help ...
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Arjuna ,
Terminalia arjuna
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Arjuna is among the most frequently prescribed herbs for cardiovascular health in ayurvedic medicine...
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Avocado,
Persea americana
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Subtropical tree :
Avocados are a favorite food because of the high fat content that gives them
such a creamy, luscious flavor. This puts some dieters off, however, most of
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fat is monounsaturated fat,...
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Balm of Gilead,
Populus spp
: Poplar Buds |
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Evergreen tree :
The dried, unopened buds of the poplar tree are used in ointments and skin treatments to reduce pain and inflammation....
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Balsam Fir,
Abies balsamea (L.)Mill.
: Christmas tree, North American fir |
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Evergreen tree :
As a popular Christmas tree the balsam fir is noted for its aromatic needles and pleasing shape. It is even more notable for its benefits and uses in home herbal medicine....
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Bayberry,
Myrica cerifera
: Candleberry, wax myrtle |
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Shrub :
Early American colonists used the wax covering the plants berries to make candles.
Some research shows that bayberry contains astringent and antibacterial compounds.
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Bilberry,
Vaccinium myrtillus
: Huckleberry |
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Shrub :
The huckleberry, cranberry and blueberry, native to North America are close relatives of the bilberry of England. All of these species are members of the Vaccinium genus and share many common traits and healthy properties....
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Birch bark & leaf ,
Betula alba
: White Birch, Sweet Birch, Cherry Birch |
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Deciduous Tree :
Teas of the birch bark contain salicylate, the compound found in aspirin. Birch is valued for its detoxifying actions and is used to treat UTIs, skin eruptions, and pain....
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Bitter Melon,
Momordica charantia
: balsam pear, bitter gourd, Karela |
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Gourd :
The gourd-like fruit has a long history as a treatment for diabetes. Bitter melon improves the body's ability to use blood sugar and improves glucose tolerances.
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Boswellia (Frankincense),
Boswellia thurifera
: Olibanum, Indian Frankincense, Arabic Frankincense, and Salai guggal |
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Resinous tree :
Boswellic acids are often combined with glucosamine to relieve the joint pain and inflammation of arthritis...
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Bugleweed,
Lycopus spp.
: Water Horehound, Gypsywort |
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Perennial herb :
Bugleweed is useful in many heart and vascular system disorders ,hyperthyroid conditions and breast pain. ...
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Butterbur,
Petasites vulgaris
: Langwort, Umbrella Plan |
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Butterbur is thought to work by reducing spasms in muscle tissues, including blood vessels. However, there are concerns about possible liver damage....
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Cajeput Oil,
Melaleuca leucadendron, M. leucadendra
: Weeping tea tree, weeping paperbark |
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Cajeput essential oil has a sweet middle note and is very stimulating and warming with a penetrating, camphoraceous scent. Cajeput is a good inhalant oil for colds and sinus infections....
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Calendula,
Calendula officinalis
: Pot marigold |
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perennial herbaceous plants :
Calendula flower oil is one of the first herbs to consider in minor first aid applications.
Particularly good treatment for cuts, scrapes, bruises, and minor wounds....
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Carob,
Ceratonia siliqua
: Locust Bean, St.John's-Bread |
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Evergreen tree :
Carob is widely used as a healthy substitute for chocolate, and can be used in much the same manner as cocoa powder and is lower in calories...
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Cashew Nut,
Anacardium occidentale
: Cajueiro, jambu |
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Evergreen tree :
Cashews are more than a healthy snack. Extracts of the nut contain naturally occurring analogs of the latest diabetes drugs....
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Cedarwood, Atlas,
Cedrus atlantica
: Atlas cedar |
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Evergreen Tree :
Cedarwood is known for use in problem skin, as an insect repellent and as an inhalant in respiratory complaints....
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Cinnamon,
Cinnamomum zeylanicum, C. cassia
: Cassia Bark, Sweet cinnamon |
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Evergreen Tropical Tree :
Cinnamon is recommended for treating weak digestion, low appetite and stomach upsets. It has powerful antibacterial and
antiviral properties and may help lower blood sugar....
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Cinnamon,
Cinnamomum zeylanicum, C. cassia
: Cassia Bark, Sweet cinnamon |
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Evergreen Tropical Tree :
Cinnamon is recommended for treating weak digestion, low appetite and stomach upsets. It has powerful antibacterial and
antiviral properties and may help lower blood sugar....
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Cleavers,
Galium aparine
: Clivers, Goose Grass, Catchweed, Sweet Woodruff |
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Annual Herb :
Herbalists have long regarded cleavers as a valuable lymphatic tonic and diuretic. In essence the lymph system is the body's mechanism to wash tissues of toxins...
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Coconut oil,
Cocos nucifera
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Coconut oil works wonders for dry and damaged skin, cuts, bruises, and speeds the healing while it fights infection. Coconut oil is different from other saturated fats because it is composed of medium-chain fatty acids, MCFAs....
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Colt's Foot,
Tussilago farfara
: Coughwort |
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Perennial herb :
Since the days of ancient Greece and Rome, coltsfoot has been used to relieve asthma, coughs and bronchial congestion. It remains one of the most effective herbal cough medicines today...
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Comfrey Leaf and root,
Symphytum officinale
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Perennial Herb :
Comfrey salves, ointments and teas are best known for the topical treatment of burns and just about any skin irritation....
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Corn Silk,
Zea mays
: Indian Corn |
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Corn silks are the silky tassels running the length of an ear of corn. Those same strings you work so hard to get out of an ear of corn soothe and relax the urinary tubes, and are believed to have a beneficial effect on the kidneys....
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Cornflowers,
Centaurea cyanus
: Bachelor?s-button, , bluebottle, bluebonnets |
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Self-seeding annuals :
The petals of cornflowers are the part used in herbal folklore. According to M. Grieve “ cornflowers are considered to have tonic, stimulant and emmenagogue properties, with action similar to that of Blessed Thistle.&...
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Cramp Bark,
Viburnum opulus
: Stagbush, sweet viburnum, guelder-rose, water elder, arrowwood |
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deciduous shrub :
Black haw and cramp bark act in similar ways and both have a long history of use by Native and pioneer women to prevent threaten miscarriage, relieve uterine cramps, and painful periods...
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Cypress Oil,
Cupressus sempervirens
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Cypress is best known for it's use in oily and over hydrated skin and is one of the essential oils often recommended for cellulite massage blends, treatment of varicose veins and wounds...
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Damiana,
Turnera diffusa
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Perennial subshrub :
Damiana is used primarily as an aphrodisiac for both sexes, but it's folklore uses also extend to include treatment for depression and anxiety...
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Elecampane,
Inula helenium
: Wild sunflower, Horseheal, Yellow Starwort |
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Perennial composite plant :
Elecampane has been used since the days of ancient Greece and Rome. Elecampane is known primarily as a respiratory tonic and is used to ease breathing....
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Elm, Slippery,
Ulmus fulva
: Red Elm, Moose Elm, Indian Elm |
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Deciduous Tree :
In herbal medicine a slippery elm bark powder is considered one of the best possible poultices for wounds, boils, ulcers, burns and reducing pain and inflammation....
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Eucalyptus,
Eucalyptus globulus
: Eucalyptus |
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Eucalyptus is one of the best known cold and congestion remedies. Eucalyptus oil is also a good pain reliever for sore muscles and arthritis pain....
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Eyebright,
Euphrasia, various species
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Annual herbaceous flowering plant :
Eyebright is often used as an eyewash or in a compress to treat sore, itchy eyes. Eyebright infusions can be taken as a tea, or used as an eyewash or compress...
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Flax seed,
Linum usitatissimum L.
: Linseed |
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Annual :
Flaxseed is one of the best vegan sources of Omega-3 (ALA), which is so important to a strong immune system...
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Fo-Ti Root,
Polygonum multiflorum
: He-shou-wu |
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Fo-ti, as it is known here in the west is most famous for its reputed ability to restore color to gray hair and as a fertility tonic. ...
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Fumitory,
Fumaria officinalis
: Earth smoke |
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herbaceous annual :
Fumitory has traditionally been used as a vermifuge, to treat the skin, as a digestive tonic, and in sclerosis of the liver...
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Geranium ,
Pelargonium graveolens
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Rose-scented pelargonium oil is commonly know as geranium oil in aromatherapy. Pelargoniums were used in South Africa as a traditional medicine for healing cold sores, sore throats and infections...
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Ginger Root,
Zingiber officinale
: Luyang Dilaw |
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Perennial Monocot reed :
Ginger combines well with many herbs, improving taste and potency. Ginger speeds up the delivery of healthy plant chemicals into the bloodstream while adding a spicy, hot zest to your favorite dishes....
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Ginkgo biloba,
Ginkgo biloba L.
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Allergies and asthma improve with ginkgo. The leaves contains anti-inflammatory chemicals and natural antihistamines...
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Goldenrod,
Solidago virgaurea
: Woundwort, Aaron's rod, golden rod |
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Perennial flowering plant :
This common wildflower is a traditional kidney tonic. Goldenrod's
primary aspects are as an anti-inflammatory urinary tract antiseptic, and a treatment
for upper respiratory catarrh....
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Gotu Kola,
Centella asiatica (L.)
: Indian Pennywort, Brahmi |
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Gotu kola is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine and TCM to rejuvenate both mind and body. Clinical experiments have shown that the plant does improve memory, and rejuvenate skin and body tissue....
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Grapes,
Vitis vinifera
: Grapeseed |
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Grape skins contain the powerful antioxidant compound resveratrol, which has
been shown in studies to protect against the effects of a high fat diet, lowering
cholesterol that could lead to heart disease....
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Guarana,
Paullinia Cupana
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Tropical Vine :
Guarana is used traditionally to enhance energy levels. You will see this herb in many
weight loss formulas listed as a thermogenic stimulator...
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Gurmar,
Gymnema sylvestre
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Climbing Woody Perennial :
Gymnema sylvestre leaf effects on insulin levels and blood sugar, Gurmar acts to normalize blood sugar levels, only lowering glucose in those who are hyperglycemic...
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Hazelnut Oil,
Corylus avellana
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Hazelnut oil is a good carrier oil in aromatherapy applications, it has a slightly astringent action that is good for all skin types, but especially for those with oily skin...
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Hibiscus,
Hibiscus sabdariffa
: Roselle, rosemallow, Jamaica Sorrel, red sorrel, agua de Jamaica |
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Perennial Tropical :
The calyx of the hibiscus flowers is used to make a wine red tea that is naturally high in Vitamin C...
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Honeysuckle,
Lonicera periclymenum
: jin yin hua, lonicera |
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Vine :
The sweet smelling backyard shrub has surprising medicinal qualities. Honeysuckle is very soothing to the skin and the infused flower water was once used for nervous headache....
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Horehound,
Marrubium vulgare L.
: White horehound, marrubio |
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Perennial Herb :
Horehound contains the bitter principal marrubiin ,a potent pain reliever and nervous system stimulant. This mint relative is a cough and cold remedy, and a bitter tonic ...
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Horse Chestnut,
Aesculus hippocastanum
: Buckeye |
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Horse chestnut is valued in herbal medicine for its ability to tone and strength veins and capillaries...
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Horsetail,
Equisetum arvense
: Shavegrass |
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Grass :
Gently stimulating increased urinary flow, horsetail helps flush infectious bacteria out of the bladder without altering the body's balance of electrolytes...
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Jasmine Flower Oil,
Jasminum officinale
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Deciduous vine :
Legendary jasmine is a sensual delight. In aromatherapy, jasmine absolute oil in used to uplift the spirits in cases of apathy, depression, menopausal disorders, and lack of confidence ...
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Juniper Berries,
Juniperus communis
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Juniper is used as a mild diuretic to treat to treat urinary problems. Juniper detoxifies the system and helps prevent the buildup of uric acid in cases of gout and rheumatoid arthritis....
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Lady's Mantle,
Alchemilla vulgaris
: Leontopodium, Stellaria |
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Perennial :
Lady's Mantle is found both in the wild and in cultivated gardens. It has a time honored traditional use as a woman's healing herb that helps to alleviate painful menstruation...
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Lemon,
Citrus limonum
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Fruit Tree :
Lemon is used in herbal medicine to help build immunity against colds, influenza, and other viral infections. Lemon has high vitamin C content, antibacterial and astringent properties...
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Lemongrass,
Cymopogon citratus, C.flexuosus
: lemongrass |
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Lemongrass is a well-known medicinal and culinary herb in the east. In Ayurveda lemongrass with pepper has been used for relief of menstrual troubles and nausea....
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Lime Oil,
Citrus aurantifolia
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Citrus tree :
The lime fruit is antiscorbutic, (high in Vitamin C). The delightful, tangy, citrus aroma of lime essential oil is used in aromatherapy to compliment or substitute for the lemon....
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Long Pepper, Pippali,
Piper longum
: Bengal Pepper, Indonesian Long Pepper, Java Pepper |
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Flowering plant :
Pippali is valued in
Ayurvedic medicine and foods for enhancing digestion and metabolism....
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Lotus,
Nelumbo nucifera
: Indian lotus, sacred lotus |
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Perennial dicot :
The lotus is one of the worlds most sacred plants and has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years....
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Meadowsweet,
Filipendula ulmaria
: Queen of the Meadow, Bridewort, Quaker Lady |
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Perennial herb :
Meadowsweet is a mild, but effective anti-inflammatory herb used to treat arthritis
and other aches and pains. Meadowsweet leaves and flowers contain salicylates,
compounds that are converted by the body to aspirin....
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Motherwort,
Leonurus caridica L.
: Lion's tail, lion's ear |
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Perennial herb :
The use of motherwort is an old one, the ancient Greeks and Romans honored it for a remedy for both physical and emotional heart troubles, especially when associated with anxiety...
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Mullein,
Verbascum spp.
: Flannel Leaf, Mullein Dock, Aaron's Rod |
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Biennial :
The ancient reputation that mullein enjoyed in both in Europe and Asia of having
the power to exorcise evil spirits may be attributed to the magic mullein
oil can perform on a ear ache....
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Myrrh,
Commiphora myrrha
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One of the three gifts of the Three Magi, Myrrh was used in religious rituals in ancient Egypt, Myrrh's antifungal, antiseptic and astringent help treatment of infections...
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Myrtle,
Myrtus communis
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Evergreen shrub :
In traditional herbal medicine myrtle has been taken internally for urinary infections, digestive problems, bronchial congestion, and dry coughs....
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Myrtle,
Myrtus communis
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Evergreen shrub :
In traditional herbal medicine myrtle has been taken internally for urinary infections, digestive problems, bronchial congestion, and dry coughs....
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Nutmeg,
Myristica fragrans
: Mace |
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Tropical tree :
Historically, nutmeg has been used as a form of medicine to treat many affecting the nervous system to the digestive system. Nutmeg essential oil is used in aromatherapy....
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Oak Bark,
Quercus robur
: White Oak |
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Deciduous tree :
Oak bark is a powerful astringent, and has been used by herbalists for thousands of years. Decoctions of oak bark are used for throat infections, acute diarrhea, and bleeding, and have been studies for use in kidney infections and stones....
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Olive Oil,
Olea europea
: Olive Leaf |
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Virgin olive oil is used for healthy cooking, and makes a great base for herbal infused oils. You can infuse olive oil with rosemary, garlic, thyme, and many other herbs ...
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Oolong Tea,
Camellia sinensis
: Wu Long, Wu Yi Tea |
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Shrub :
It is true that Oolong/Wu Long tea not only boosts metabolism and suppresses sugar cravings, but it may also burn fat....
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Orange,
Citrus sinensis, Citrus spp.
: Mandarin Orange, Tangerine |
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Oranges are a healthy source of vitamin C and other nutrients, as well as one of the most versatile aromatherapy oils. Orange peel is used as a zest in cooking and as a tea....
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Patchouli,
Pogostemon patchouli
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Woody perennial aromatic :
Patchouli oil improves with age and is used as a base note in aromatherapy oils. The aromatic leaves can also be used in herbal infused oils, and bath herbs for skin care...
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Peppermint,
Mentha piperita
: Yerba Buena |
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Perennial Herb :
Peppermint has an antispasmodic effect that soothes stomachaches and relieves gas. Peppermint oil is cooling and analgesic, relieving heat and inflammation while it increases blood flow to the painful area....
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Peruvian Bark,
Cinchona spp
: Red Bark. Jesuits' Powder. Cinchona Bark |
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Peruvian Bark, is the historical name of the main active principle, quinine....
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Plantain,
Plantago major ,lanceolata L.
: Broad-leaved Plantain, Ribwort, narrow leaved plantain, Slan-lus |
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Perennial Herb :
The macerated fresh plantain leaves are put on bee stings and used for skin irritations, malignant ulcers,and burns, and to stop bleeding in minor cuts....
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Pleurisy Root,
Asclepias tuberosa
: Butterfly-weed. Swallow-wort, Tuber root, Wind root, Colic root, Orange Milkweed |
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Perennial herb :
Known popularly as pleurisy root, from its medicinal use against a wide range of respiratory and lung conditions, specifically pleurisy...
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Pomegranate,
Punica granatum
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Pomegranates are touted for their heart protective antioxidants today, but ancient Egyptians loved them for their ability to kill tapeworms and other parasites. ...
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Psyllium,
Plantago psyllium, Plantago ovata
: Flea Seed |
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Perennial Herb :
The seeds of the Plantago ovata contain copious amounts of mucilage that are able to treat diarrhea, constipation and act as a safe and effective weight loss aid....
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Raspberry Leaf,
Rubus idaeus
: Raspberry Leaf |
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Raspberry leaf is a mild medicinal herb commonly used to treat diarrhea, colds, and stomach complaints and is a safe remedy for children...
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Red Root,
Ceanothus americanus
: New Jersey tea, Wild Snowball |
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Shrub :
Red root is an astringent, expectorant and antispasmodic and is used by modern herbalists in the treatment of complaints such as asthma, bronchitis and coughs....
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Rose,
Rosa spp
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Perennial :
Rose petals suitable for medicinal purposes are deeply rose-colored and fragrant....
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Rosemary,
Rosmarinus officinalis
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Woody perennial herb :
Amazing, versatile rosemary is valued by cooks, herbalists, aromatherapists, and gardeners alike. Rosemary oil combats mental fatigue, increasing concentration and memory...
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Safflower Oil,
Carthamus tinctorius
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Flowering annual :
Safflowers are the richest source of CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) . Safflower oil is used for both culinary and body care purposes...
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Sage,
Salvia officinalis
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Perennial Woody Herb :
Sage is a well-regarded herb for relieving the hot flashes of menopause. Sage is used both as a culinary herb and medicinal herb. Sage essential oil is used sparely...
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Salad Burnet,
Sanguisorba minor
: Lesser Burnet |
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Perennial herb :
Salad burnet, while not considered one of the major additions to the herbal pharmacopoeia, is still a decorative and endearing herb...
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Sandalwood Oil,
Santalum album
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tree :
Sandalwood oil is one of the few fragrances equally popular among men and women. Its uplifting scent is often used to treat depression....
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Savory, Winter, Summer,
Satureja montana
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Perennial Herb :
Savory is a carminative herb recommend for gas and digestive upsets, including colic, diarrhea and indigestion....
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Sea Buckthorn Oil,
Hippophae rhamnoides
: Sallow Thorn, Yellow Spine |
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deciduous shrub :
Sea Buckthorn oil is used in healing skin injuries, burns, wounds, eczema, lesions, sun damaged skin, and abrasions. ...
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Self-Heal,
Prunella vulgaris L.
: Self-heal, Heal-all, Blue Curls, Heart-of-the-Earth, Brunella Carpenter-weed |
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Herb :
Fresh leaves and flowers may be applied directly to a fresh wound. While self-heal is not so immediately effective as comfrey, yarrow, or bugle, it is a good herb to know about because of its almost universal presence and availability. ...
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Shepherd's Purse,
Capsella bursa-pastoris
: Pickpurse, Casewort |
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Annual Herb :
Shepherd's purse is one of the foremost herbs used to stop bleeding an effect due to the tyramine and other amines it contains...
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Skullcap,
Scutellaria lateriflora
: Virginian skull cap, mad-dog skull cap, scullcap |
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hardy perennial herb :
The plant has been used for centuries by herbalists as an effective nerve tonic and sedative. Its common uses include relief of nervous tension, anxiety and nerve pain....
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Spearmint,
Mentha spicata
: Spear mint |
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Spearmint has much the same properties as peppermint, but is milder and good for use with children's complaints. Spearmint tea will relieve hiccough, flatulence as well as indigestion. ...
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Speedwell,
Veronica officinalis
: common speedwell ,common gypsyweed, Fluellin, Paul's Betony Groundhele |
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Perennial Herb :
Speedwell can be used in herbal tea cough remedies as an expectorant, and also has diaphoretic, diuretic and tonic properties....
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St. John's Wort,
Hypericum perforatum
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Perennial Shrub :
St. Johns Wort has a demonstrated ability to act as an antidepressant, but this versatile herb also has dozens of chemical compounds that disinfect and heal wounds as well....
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Stinging Nettle,
Urtica dioica
: Nettle, Common Nettle |
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herbaceous perennial :
Nettles are a potent herb with a long history of use. Stinging nettle contains natural antihistamines that open up constricted bronchial and nasal passages...
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Tea,
Camellia sinensis
: Green Tea, Black tea |
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Evergreen Shrub :
Black tea, Oolong/Wu long tea and green and white teas are all from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. The health benefits of tea are mainly credited to the catechin polyphenols,
particularly epigallocatechin gallate, or (EGCG). Plant
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Thuja oil,
Thuja occidentalis
: Arborvitae, tree of life, white cedar, yellow cedar, American cedar |
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evergreen coniferous tree :
Thuja may be used in hot compresses and steam baths to ease rheumatism, arthritis, and achy muscles....
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Tribulus terrestris L,
Tribulus terrestris,
: Burra Gookeroo, Burra Gokhru, puncture vine, |
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Native to India, the role of Tribulus Terrestris in Eastern European folk medicine for muscle strength and sexual potency....
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Turkey Rhubarb,
Rheum palmatum
: Chinese rhubarb |
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perennial plants :
Turkey rhubarb is a purgative, and is most often used in herbal formulas for it's strong laxative effects
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Uva Ursi,
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
: Bearberry |
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Woody Evergreen Shrub :
Uva ursi contains a considerable amount of tannins ( up to 40 percent) making it one of natures most powerful astringents. Uva usi is a strong herb that should be reserved for those times when a quick intervention is needed....
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Vervain,
Verbena hastata, V. officinalis
: Blue Vervain, Wild Hyssop, Simpler's Joy, Herb of the cross |
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Perennial Herb :
Vervain is useful in many diseases as a pain reliever and natural tranquilizer, an expectorant used to treat chronic bronchitis, and an anti-rheumatic used to relive joint pain....
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White Willow Bark,
Salix Alba
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Deciduous tree :
White willow may be the oldest herb known to treat pain and inflammation. White willow contains salicin, a precursor to the compound in aspirin. ...
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Wild Cherry Bark,
Prunus serotina
: Black Cherry, chokecherry |
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Deciduous Tree :
Wild Black cherry is a very effective herbal cough remedy. The main use of the bark is to still irritated, nagging coughs. ...
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Wintergreen Oil,
Gaultheria procumbens
: Teaberry, Mountain Tea, Spice Berry, Checker-berry, Partridge-berry |
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The minty sweet scent of wintergreen is familiar to anyone who has ever used
Bengay©, or other OTC ointments and rubs. The essential oil from the leaves
is highly irritating to skin, and should be only used well diluted...
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Witch Hazel,
Hamamelis virginiana
: Spotted Alder, Winterbloom, Snapping Hazelnut |
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Deciduous shrub :
A general and all purpose remedy for abrasions, burns, scalds, insect bites and other inflammatory conditions of the skin....
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Wood Betony,
Stachys officinalis
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Perennial herb :
Though this nearly forgotten mint has become increasingly rare modern herbal medicine, wood betony was once considered almost a panacea by the elder herbalists....
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Wormwood,
Artemisia absinthium L.
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Perennial Herb :
Wormwood is used today mainly as a bitter tonic, and in natural pest control. As the name implies, wormwood is a powerful worming agent that has been used for hundreds of years to expel tapeworms, threadworms, and especially roundworms from dogs, cats, hu...
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Yarrow,
Achillea millefolium
: Milfoil, Old Man's Pepper, Nosebleed |
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Perennial herb :
Yarrow is one of the best-known herbal remedies for fevers and bleeding. The chemical makeup of yarrow is complex, containing many active medicinal compounds ...
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Yellow Dock,
Rumex crispus
: Sorrel, curled or narrow dock |
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herb :
Yellow dock as been known as a medicinal plant since ancient times and is used in traditional medicine as a gentle laxative or mild astringent tonic....
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Yerba Mate,
Ilex paraguariensis
: mate, matte, Paraguay tea |
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evergreen tree :
Containing 196 active compounds, nutrients, and amino acids, Yerba mate is touted as the new healthy alternative to coffee....
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