Herbal Remedies (Morgana's Observatory)

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Herbal Remedies

Motherwort
Family: Labiatae
Genus and species: Leonurus cardiaca
Also known as: Lion’s tail, heartwort
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, flowers, stems
Properties and Uses: Lowering blood pressure, mild tranquilizer

Preparation: Infusion -- add sugar or honey to improve taste.
Cautions: Those with blood clotting disorders should avoid this herb.

Pennyroyal
Family: Labiatae
Genus and species: Mentha pulegium (European); Hedeoma pulegioides (American)
Also known as: Fleabane, tickweed, squawmint
Medicinal Parts: Leaves and flower tops
Properties and Uses: Pennyroyal’s main talent is in repelling insects, fleas in particular. Rub fresh, crushed plant around the area to be treated, including pets’ beds. As a mint, pennyroyal is also useful as an infusion to aid digestion and heartburn.
Preparation: See above for flea control. Infusion for digestive aid.
Cautions: Do not use internally in concentrated oil form.

Rose
Family: Rosaceae
Genus and species: Rosa canina, R. rugosa, R. centifolia
Also known as: Hipberry
Medicinal Parts: Fruits (Hips)

Properties and Uses: High in Vitamin C, rose hips are useful in preventing a variety of ailments -- scurvy and the common cold in particular.
Preparation: Infusion of 2-3 teaspoons of dried, crushed, hips per cup of water.
Cautions: None known.

Sage
Family: Labiatae
Genus and species: Salvia officinalis
Also known as: Spanish, Greek, or Dalmatian sage
Medicinal Parts: Leaves
Properties and Uses: Traditionally used to treat canker sores, bleeding gums, and sore throat.
Preparation: Infusion, which one may drink and/or gargle.
Cautions: Slight possibility of inflammation. If mouth becomes irritated, discontinue use.

St. John's Wort
Family: Hypericaceae
Genus and species: Hypericum perforatum
Also known as: Hypericum
Medicinal Parts: Leaves and flowers
Properties and Uses: Antidepressant; possible AIDS treatment (being studied now). This herb has been clinically proven to provide safe relief from depression. It is widely available in health food stores and even in supermarkets and drug stores in the US.
Preparation: Infusion for depression and possibly to stimulate the immune system: 3-4 cups per day. Other alternatives are capsules and extracts.
Cautions: AVOID SUN while using this herb; contains photosensitizing agents. Overuse may cause diarrhea or nausea.

Skullcap
Family: Labiatae
Genus and species: Scutellaria lateriflora
Also known as: Quaker bonnet, helmet flower, mad dog weed
Medicinal Parts: Leaves
Properties and Uses: Tranquilizer, sedative -- first aid for shock.
Preparation: Infusion steeped for 10-15 minutes.
Cautions: Drink no more than 2 cups only when needed.

Slippery Elm
Family: Ulmaceae
Genus and species: Ulmus rubra, U. fulva
Also known as: Red elm, Indian elm
Medicinal Parts: Inner bark
Properties and Uses: Cough, sore throat, digestive complaints.
Preparation: Decoction of 1-3 teaspoons powdered herb per cup of water; drink up to 3 cups per day.
Cautions: None reported.

Valerian
Family: Valerianaceae
Genus and species: Valerian officinalis
Also known as: Garden valerian, all-heal
Medicinal Parts: Rhizome and root
Properties and Uses: Tranquilizer par excellence
Preparation: Due to its horrendous odor and terrible flavor, I recommend buying valerian capsules at a health food store or pharmacy. Use 1-2 capsules for insomnia; works in about 30 minutes.
Cautions: Use only when truly needed. Large amounts may cause headache, blurred vision, nausea.

Witch Hazel
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Genus and species: Hamamelis virginiana
Also known as: Winterbloom, snapping hazelnut, hamamelis
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, bark
Properties and Uses: Astringent
Preparation: Decoction/Compress -- 1 teaspoon powdered leaves or twigs per cup of water for 10 minutes.
Cautions: None reported.

Yarrow
Family: Compositae
Genus and species: Achillea millefolium
Also known as: Milfoil, soldier’s woundwort, bloodwort
Medicinal Parts: Leaves, stems, flower tops
Properties and Uses: Wound treatment
Preparation: Press fresh leaves and flower tops into cuts and scrapes before washing and bandaging.
Cautions: None reported.

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