Valerian, a plant that is widely known for it’s tranquilizing and sleep inducing agents, has been used as far back as the ancient Greek and Roman times…at least.
Having said that, oddly enough it has quite the opposite effect on domestic animals, pets and especially cats as it is similar to catnip and they seem to [...]
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Valerian
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged herbal remedy, herbal tea, herbs, insomnia, plants, relax, restlessness, sleep, sleep aid on November 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Rose Hips
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged aromatherapy, cancer, cardiovascular disease, flowers, herbal remedies, herbs, infections, recipes, rose hips, roses, vitamins on November 5, 2008 | 3 Comments »
Roses have always been known for their beauty and fragrance and have been cultivated for thousands of years as a symbol of love and beauty.
The cultivation of the rose took off in Europe in the 1800’s when it was discovered that roses from China had the ability to bloom repeatedly from summer until late fall.
Today [...]
Saffron
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged herbal remedies, herbs, medicinal herbs, recipe, saffron, saffron rice, Thailand, yellow saffron on July 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Saffron is known to be the most expensive spice in the world. The reason for this is because there are very few stigma in any one flower and it takes 150,000 flowers to produce one kilogram of dried saffron
It is derived from the Saffron Crocus Flower which belongs to the Iris Family. The parts used [...]
Ginger, (Zingiber officinale)
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged ginger, ginger root, herbs, lower risk of cancer, medicinal properties, medicinal purposes, medicine on November 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Ginger, (Zingiber officinale), is a member of the Zingiberaceae family. Ginger is indigenous to South East Asia and was one of the first Oriental spices to reach Europe. It is now widely grown in China, India, United States, Australia and the West Indies.
Ginger is a perennial tropical plant. The fleshy rhizomes of ginger are harvested [...]
Bay Leaf/Laurus Nobilis
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged bay leaf, berries, fruits, herbs, laurus nobilis, leaves, medicinal purposes, medicine, shrub, trees on October 15, 2007 | 2 Comments »
The bay tree originated in Asia Minor, from where it spread to the Mediterranean and then to other countries with similar climates.
Bay leaves were used to promote visionary trances by chewing, sniffing the smoke or burning the leaves according to legend.
They were very famous in Greece and Rome because Emperors, hero’s and poets wore wreaths [...]
Ephedra A.K.A. Ma Huang, (Chinese)
Posted in Common Herbs, tagged allergies, asthma, bronchitis, cold, decongestant, diet, dietary supplement, herb, herbs, medicine, weight loss on September 30, 2007 | 1 Comment »
This is possibly the oldest herb used for medicinal purposes and dates back over 4,000 years. It is commonly used in cold formulas and as a decongestant.
Ephedra helps asthma sufferers by opening the sinus passages. It also helps those with bronchitis, cough with difficulty breathing, joint symptoms, inability to perspire, swelling and pain in the [...]
Garlic
Posted in Common Herbs on September 10, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Garlic is known to be antifungal and antiviral and is often said to have perfect properties when it comes to dealing with our health. Herbalist consider garlic to be one of the most essential and useful herbs used for medicinal purposes. Various cultures have benefited from using garlic in medicines and foods for centuries.
It has [...]
Dandelions
Posted in Common Herbs on August 11, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
It is not widely known but dandelion’s are an herb and not a weed. Dandelions were considered a necessity of life until recently. As a food, beverage stock, medicine, and dietary supplement, the dandelion is unrivaled in the plant kingdom. No other herb has been able to fill the vacuum in the century and a [...]
Basil / Ocimum basilicum
Posted in Common Herbs on April 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Basil, Sweet, Basil is a bright green, leafy plant, which is in the mint family that has a sweet, herbal bouquet. Grown primarily in the United States, France, and the Mediterranean region.
Basil is widely used in Italian & Thai cuisine and is often paired with tomatoes. Often used also for meat, vegetables, cheese, and egg [...]
Oregano
Posted in Common Herbs on April 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Origanum vulgare L, (Mediterranean Oregano), Lippia, (Mexican), is a perennial herb in the mint family. Oregano is grown in California and New Mexico, as well as Mexico and the Mediterranean region.
It has a pungent odor and flavor and the Mexican is stronger than the Mediterranean. Oregano is traditionally used in Italian recipes such as pasta [...]
