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Kyoki Marie
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 17, 2006 6:54 pm


I collect a pretty large number of herbs, and since I know a lot of people don't know what particular herb is what by sight, I thought I'd make a thread with pictures of herbs, what they're for in plain language, and any other information I know.

Bear with me while I update it.

Table of Contents

Calendula

Chamomile

Comfrey

Feverfew

Mullein

Peppermint

White Willow Bark

PostPosted: Mon Jul 17, 2006 7:22 pm


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Also called marigold, calendula is good for cuts and sores, scrapes, and bruises.
It's similar in properties to arnica, and is antiseptic and antibacterial.

Caution: Avoid During Pregnancy

Excellent for:

[Compress or poultice]
Burns
Stings
Scalds
Impetigo
Chillblains
Varicose veins
Varicose ulcers

[Infusion]
Thrush
Conjunctivitis

[Tea]
Gastritis
Gastric ulcers
Duodenal ulcers
Allay painful periods
Bring on delayed periods
To stimulate the flow of bile for digestion

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Kyoki Marie
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 17, 2006 7:23 pm


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Chamomile is a remedy for a broad range of complaints. One of it's active components, chamazule, is a powerful antiseptic, and chamazulene (another component) relieves pain and encourages wound healing.
Caution: Large doses may cause vomiting

Some Properties of:
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-spasmodic
Anti-Microbial
Sedative

Excellent for:

[Compress or poultice]
Sciatica
Cracked or sore nipples (from breastfeeding)
Rheumatism and gout (Also, essential oil in massage oil)

[Infusion]
Burns
Eczema
Sore Gums
Eyewash

[Tea]
Ulcers
Digestive upsets
Flatulence
Heartburn
Diahrrea
Insomnia
Hyperactivity
Uterine cramps
Painful menstruation
PMS migraines
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