Post by sweetlarma on May 30, 2006 8:23:28 GMT -5
ALOE VERA (aloe suppl.) One to two feet tall. Grow in pots for indoor use. Good to treat burns and skin disorders.
ANGELICA(Angelica archangelica)- Five to eight feet tall. Use in remedies to treat disgestive and bronchial problems. CAUTION:It may make you more sensitive to the sun and is potentially toxic
ANISE (Pimpinella anisum) Two feet tall. Used to treat gastric problems and to increase milk produc tion in lactating mothers.
ARNICA(Arnica montana) One to two feet tall. Liniments and salves are made from arnica. CAUTION: Not for internal use.
BASIL (Ocimum basilicum) One to two feet tall. Use it to treat digestive problems and have handy to rub on bee stings to prevent pain and swelling.
BAY LEAF (Laurus nobilis) Plant in pot for indoor cultivation. Good for indigestion.
BEE BALM (Monarda didyma) Three to four feet tall. Use for colds, fevers, colds, nausea, indigestion and menstrual cramps.
BETONY(Stachys officinalis):Three feet tall. Use for asthma, bronchitis, heartburn and kidney problems. Juice is used to heal cuts: make a poultice for sprains.
BIRCH (Betula sppl.) Black birch leaves relieves headaches and rheumatism, fevers, kidney stones and cramps. They also make a pleasant tasting beer.
BONESET(Eupatorium perfoliatum) Two to five feet tall. Added to teas and remedies to treat colds, aches, and pains associated with flu symptoms.
BORAGE(Borago officinalis) Two to three feet tall. Relieves depression: treats fevers and bronchitis. Poultices made from the leaves reduce swelling and pain. CAUTION: It may cause dermatitius in sensitive people. Prolonged use is not advised.
CALENDULA(Calendula officinalis) One to two feet tall Great to treat ulcers of the leg associated with varicose veins. Great salve for cuts and bruises. This herb is a must to plant.
CARDAMOM(Elettaria cardamomium) Six to twelve feet tall. Chew seeds to relieve flatulence and ease digestion. Natural breath sweetner. Usually grows in the tropics.
CAYENNE PEPPER(Capiscum annuum) Approximately one foot tall. Several plants will provide plenty of peppers. Good for treating everything from high blood pressure to stomache ulcers. Good tonic for the heart and blood system.
CHAMOMILE(Charmaemelum nobile and Matricaria recutita): Two to three feet tall. Relaxes, so it can be used for everything from reducing depression to sleep disorders. Also relieves headaches.
CHERVIL(Anthiscus cerefolium)About two feet tall. Considered a diuretic, an expectorant, and a stimulant. Lowers high blood pressure, and you can use it as a wash for skin disorders.
CHICORY(Cichorium intybus) Three to five feet tall. Toot tea is a good tonic. Tea from flowers are a great sedative and are used to treat nervous disorders.
CHIVES(Allium schoenoprasum) One to one and a half feet tall. Lowers blood pressure.
CLARY SAGE(Salvia sclarea) Three to four feet tall. Leaves are used to heal wounds, sores, insect bites, and a tonic for colic or intestinal upsets. Use as a mouthwash for cankers and for sore throats. Tea from seeds are used for eye wash.
COLTSFOOT(Tussilago farfara) Six inches tall when flowering. Great to use in cough syrups and to treat any bronchial problems.
COMFREY(Symphytum officinale) Three to five feet tal. Poultice made from comfrey leaves is to heal sprains. Wash made from the leaves is great to heal cuts in humans and animals. Destroys harmful bacteria. Also has pain relieveing properties.
CORIANDER(Coriandrum sativum) Two to three feet tall. Aids in digestion. Use as a flavoring in cough syrups or other medicinal mixtures.
COSTMARY(Chrysanthemum balsamita) Three feet tall. Also called Bible Leaf. Used to keep away silverfish Leaves are used to medicinal teas as a tonic for the liver, and as a diuretic. You can also use in salves for cuts and sores that are hard to heal.
DANDELION(Taraxacum officinale) Six inches to one foot tall. Used in tonics to treat liver disorders, diabetes and anemia. Also very useful as a diuretic, roots make a good coffee substitute.
DILL(Anethum graveolens) Three feet tall. Increases milk production for nursing mothers. Also good for flatulence, colic and stomache disorders.
DOCK(Rumex spp.) One to four feet tall. Leaves applied to burns, cuts and scrapes. It also makes an excellent tonic.
ECHINACEA(Echinanea angustifolia) One to two feet tall. Roots are mainly used as a blood purifier and wound healer.
ELECAMPANE(Inula helenium) Four to six feet tall. Roots are used in cough syrups and in any remedy to treat bronchial problems.
EYEBRIGHT(Euphrasia officinialis) Two to eight inches tall. Used in making eyewash.. Make sure your wash is sterile if you are going to use i
FENNEL(Foeniculum vulgarae) Four feet tall. Treatment for gastritis, colic and increases milk production for both humans and animals.
FENUGREEK(Trigonella foenum-graecum) One to two feet tall. All around medicinal purposes.
FEVERFEW(Chrysthanemum parthenium) Two to three feet tall. Used medicinally for fevers.
FOXGLOVE(Digitalis purpurea) Two to four feet tall. Grow for curiosity and looks only. AFFCTSTHE HEART RATE AND NOT TO BE USED FOR HOME REMEDIES TO TREAT EXISTING HEART DISEASES.
GARLIC(Allium sativum) Garlic has all around uses medicinally. In your diet, it keeps colds away and helps your heart to stay healthy.
GERMANDER(Teucrium chamaedrys) Two feet tall. Treats sore throats, dropsy, gout and rheumatism. Has pain killing properties.
GINGER(Zingiber officinale) Six to sixteen inches tall. Ginseng has many uses. Great tonic for the entire body and is used as an aphrodisiac.
GOLDENROD(Solidago spp) Six to seven feet tall. Wound healer and diuretic. Goldenrod has many useful properties.
GOLDENSEAL(Hydrasis canadensis) Six to twelve inches tall. Great all heal and a good tonic.
HOPS(Humulus lupulus) Twenty to twenty-five feet vine. Great sedative. Hops are used to make beer.
HOLLYHOCKS(Althea rosea) Six feet tall. Great for chest complaints
HOREHOUND(Marrumbium vulgare) Two to three feet tall. Cough syrups and cough drops. Great to use for any chest or cold complaint.
HORSERADISH(Amoracia rusticana) Two to three feet tall in the second year of growth. Many uses medicinally.
HYSSOP(Hyssopus officinalis) Two to three feet tall. Hyssop is a cleansing herb. Used for cold, fevers, sore throats and bronchitis. Licorice flavored hyssop makes a good tasting tea.
LAVENDER(Lavandula angusifolia) Up to three feet tall. Good to soothe nervous disorders.
LEMON BALM(Melissa officinalis) Two feet tall, Lemon balm is a great all around herbto have. Great for cuts and scrapes and you can use it as a tonic.
LEMON VERBENA(Aloysia triphylla) Grow indoors where it can reach heights of six feet or more. Great to bring about sweating to break colds, fevers and flu. Good tonic and good cleanser for cuts and scraps.Make into cough drops.
LOBELIA(Lobelia inflata) One to three feet tall. Treat chest complaints. It should be used with great care as an overdose could be fatal.
MARJORAM(Origanum majorana) One foot tall. Use to treat asthma, rheumatism, and has many other uses.
MARSHMALLOW(Althea officinalis) Four to five feet tall. Great for chest complaints. Hollyhock is often used as a substitute for marsh mallow.
MINTS(Mentha spp.) Two feet tall. Because they are so many different kinds of mints, taste would indicate which to plant for your own use. All the mints are considered to be astringents. Peppermint and spearmint are considered to be the most versatile.
MULLEIN(Verbascum thapsus) Three to six feet tall. Mullein is one of the most verstaile of the herbs. Every part can be used. Great diuretic and liver tonic. Skind disorders, cuts, scrapes, and bruises can all be treated with mullein. Good to use for chest complaints and asthma.
NASTURIUM(Tropaeolum majus) One feet tall. Considered a stimulant. Good tea to use as a tonic. Has a nice peppery taste and can be used in salads and spreads.
NEW JERSEY TEA(Ceanothus americanus) Two to three feet tall. Similar to Chinese green tea. Many uses. Use for respiratory problems and to treat high blood pressure.
ONION(Allium cepa) Many uses. If eaten regularly helps to control blood pressure and heart problems.
OREGANO(Origanum spp.)One foot tall. Many uses. Olive oil and oregano make a good rub for arthritis.
PANSY(Viola tricolor) Also called heartsease. Good for treating bronchial coughs and asthmatic complaints.
PARSLEY(Petroselinum crispum) One to one half feet tall. Parsley is one of the best herbs to treat kidney complaints. Great diuretic to use during weight loss.
PASSION FLOWER(Passiflora incarnata) Vine. Passion flower tea has sedative value.
PENNYROYAL(Hedeoma pulegioides) Four to sixteen inches. Pennyroyal is a gentle stimulant. Relieves nervous stomach. Should not be taken by pregnant women as the oil can cause uterine contractions. Good to drink during menstrual cycle.
PLANTAIN(Plantago major) Six to eighteen inches. Plantain is a great tonic and is used mainly for its diuretic effect.
POPULAR(Populus spp. salicaceae) Ninety feet tall. The buds are gathered in the spring for use in treating chest complaints. The buds are known as balm of Gilead. Use in preparing cough syrups and for asthma complaints.
ROSE(Rosa spp.) Hips are great to use in preventing colds and for treating colds and the flu bug.
ROSEMARY(Rosmarinus officinalis) Native to the Meditterranean coast, Rosemary will grow very satisfactorily in pots to be kept indoors. Rosemary can be used to treat heart palpitations if used in a cordial. It will also stimulate the urinary organs. Good for heacaches and sleep disorders. CAUTION: It can be fatal in excessive amounts.
SAGE(Salvia officinalis) One to one and one-half feet tall. Sage is astringent in nature and can be used for everything from hair rinse to treating nervous disorders. CAUTION: It can cause symptoms of poisoning if taken in excess
ST JOHNS WORT(Hypercium perforatium) Two feet tall. The flowers make a good ointment to use for general skin disorders. The tea is good to strengthen the immume system. Studies are being done on using St. John's Wort to fight cancer and AIDS. Can cause photo sensitivity if used to excess.
SAVORY(Satureja spp.) One foot tall. Said to be an aphrodisiac. Regulates menstrual cycles and is good to treat stomach disorders
SOAPWORT(Saponaria officinalis) One to two feet tall. Great to use as a natural shampoo. Also used to wash delicate items such as lace because it is very gentle.
SWEET CICELY(Myrrhis odorata) Three feet tall. Use to treat digestive disorders. It is considered to be an expectorant in nature and can be used to treat colds and chest complaints. Used as a tonic for elderly people and babies.
SWEET WOODRUFF(Galium odoratum) Eight inches in height. Is considred a calmative, diaphoretic and a diuretic. Soothing to the stomache. Tonic for liver and heart, and also used as a base in perfumes.
TANSY(Tanacetum vulgarae) Three to four feet tall. Tansy is an astringent, so it could be used to treat skin disorders. For external use only.
TARRAGON(Artemisia dracunculus) Two feet tall. Relieves many gastric disorders.
THYME(Thymus vulgaris) One foot tall. Great astringent. Used internally and also for external remedies. If too much is ingested, it can over stimulate the thryoid gland and lead to poisoning.
VALERIAN(Valeriana officinalis) Three to one-half to five feet tall. One ofthe best herbs to use for home remedies. Great to use for chest complaints and is a wonderful relaxant. It should be used sparingly (only once per day) because extended use may produce poisoning. If used regularly, discontinue use afre 2-3 weeks.
VIOLET(Viola odorata) Four to six inches. Violets are a wonder plant. All parts can be used. The plant has more Vitamin A than any other plant known. Great tea and wonderful relaxant.
WILLOW(Salix spp.) Willow teas made from the twigs, bark and leaves are great pain relievers. Orginally aspirin was made from willow bark. Now aspirin is made from petroleum and coal tar products. Can be used internally and externally to relieve pain and swelling.
YARROW(Achilles millefolium) Three feet tall. Has pain relieving properties similar to willow and relieves pain when used to clean wounds and cuts. Also antiseptic in nature so it would alos be used to prevent infection of wounds and cuts.
ANGELICA(Angelica archangelica)- Five to eight feet tall. Use in remedies to treat disgestive and bronchial problems. CAUTION:It may make you more sensitive to the sun and is potentially toxic
ANISE (Pimpinella anisum) Two feet tall. Used to treat gastric problems and to increase milk produc tion in lactating mothers.
ARNICA(Arnica montana) One to two feet tall. Liniments and salves are made from arnica. CAUTION: Not for internal use.
BASIL (Ocimum basilicum) One to two feet tall. Use it to treat digestive problems and have handy to rub on bee stings to prevent pain and swelling.
BAY LEAF (Laurus nobilis) Plant in pot for indoor cultivation. Good for indigestion.
BEE BALM (Monarda didyma) Three to four feet tall. Use for colds, fevers, colds, nausea, indigestion and menstrual cramps.
BETONY(Stachys officinalis):Three feet tall. Use for asthma, bronchitis, heartburn and kidney problems. Juice is used to heal cuts: make a poultice for sprains.
BIRCH (Betula sppl.) Black birch leaves relieves headaches and rheumatism, fevers, kidney stones and cramps. They also make a pleasant tasting beer.
BONESET(Eupatorium perfoliatum) Two to five feet tall. Added to teas and remedies to treat colds, aches, and pains associated with flu symptoms.
BORAGE(Borago officinalis) Two to three feet tall. Relieves depression: treats fevers and bronchitis. Poultices made from the leaves reduce swelling and pain. CAUTION: It may cause dermatitius in sensitive people. Prolonged use is not advised.
CALENDULA(Calendula officinalis) One to two feet tall Great to treat ulcers of the leg associated with varicose veins. Great salve for cuts and bruises. This herb is a must to plant.
CARDAMOM(Elettaria cardamomium) Six to twelve feet tall. Chew seeds to relieve flatulence and ease digestion. Natural breath sweetner. Usually grows in the tropics.
CAYENNE PEPPER(Capiscum annuum) Approximately one foot tall. Several plants will provide plenty of peppers. Good for treating everything from high blood pressure to stomache ulcers. Good tonic for the heart and blood system.
CHAMOMILE(Charmaemelum nobile and Matricaria recutita): Two to three feet tall. Relaxes, so it can be used for everything from reducing depression to sleep disorders. Also relieves headaches.
CHERVIL(Anthiscus cerefolium)About two feet tall. Considered a diuretic, an expectorant, and a stimulant. Lowers high blood pressure, and you can use it as a wash for skin disorders.
CHICORY(Cichorium intybus) Three to five feet tall. Toot tea is a good tonic. Tea from flowers are a great sedative and are used to treat nervous disorders.
CHIVES(Allium schoenoprasum) One to one and a half feet tall. Lowers blood pressure.
CLARY SAGE(Salvia sclarea) Three to four feet tall. Leaves are used to heal wounds, sores, insect bites, and a tonic for colic or intestinal upsets. Use as a mouthwash for cankers and for sore throats. Tea from seeds are used for eye wash.
COLTSFOOT(Tussilago farfara) Six inches tall when flowering. Great to use in cough syrups and to treat any bronchial problems.
COMFREY(Symphytum officinale) Three to five feet tal. Poultice made from comfrey leaves is to heal sprains. Wash made from the leaves is great to heal cuts in humans and animals. Destroys harmful bacteria. Also has pain relieveing properties.
CORIANDER(Coriandrum sativum) Two to three feet tall. Aids in digestion. Use as a flavoring in cough syrups or other medicinal mixtures.
COSTMARY(Chrysanthemum balsamita) Three feet tall. Also called Bible Leaf. Used to keep away silverfish Leaves are used to medicinal teas as a tonic for the liver, and as a diuretic. You can also use in salves for cuts and sores that are hard to heal.
DANDELION(Taraxacum officinale) Six inches to one foot tall. Used in tonics to treat liver disorders, diabetes and anemia. Also very useful as a diuretic, roots make a good coffee substitute.
DILL(Anethum graveolens) Three feet tall. Increases milk production for nursing mothers. Also good for flatulence, colic and stomache disorders.
DOCK(Rumex spp.) One to four feet tall. Leaves applied to burns, cuts and scrapes. It also makes an excellent tonic.
ECHINACEA(Echinanea angustifolia) One to two feet tall. Roots are mainly used as a blood purifier and wound healer.
ELECAMPANE(Inula helenium) Four to six feet tall. Roots are used in cough syrups and in any remedy to treat bronchial problems.
EYEBRIGHT(Euphrasia officinialis) Two to eight inches tall. Used in making eyewash.. Make sure your wash is sterile if you are going to use i
FENNEL(Foeniculum vulgarae) Four feet tall. Treatment for gastritis, colic and increases milk production for both humans and animals.
FENUGREEK(Trigonella foenum-graecum) One to two feet tall. All around medicinal purposes.
FEVERFEW(Chrysthanemum parthenium) Two to three feet tall. Used medicinally for fevers.
FOXGLOVE(Digitalis purpurea) Two to four feet tall. Grow for curiosity and looks only. AFFCTSTHE HEART RATE AND NOT TO BE USED FOR HOME REMEDIES TO TREAT EXISTING HEART DISEASES.
GARLIC(Allium sativum) Garlic has all around uses medicinally. In your diet, it keeps colds away and helps your heart to stay healthy.
GERMANDER(Teucrium chamaedrys) Two feet tall. Treats sore throats, dropsy, gout and rheumatism. Has pain killing properties.
GINGER(Zingiber officinale) Six to sixteen inches tall. Ginseng has many uses. Great tonic for the entire body and is used as an aphrodisiac.
GOLDENROD(Solidago spp) Six to seven feet tall. Wound healer and diuretic. Goldenrod has many useful properties.
GOLDENSEAL(Hydrasis canadensis) Six to twelve inches tall. Great all heal and a good tonic.
HOPS(Humulus lupulus) Twenty to twenty-five feet vine. Great sedative. Hops are used to make beer.
HOLLYHOCKS(Althea rosea) Six feet tall. Great for chest complaints
HOREHOUND(Marrumbium vulgare) Two to three feet tall. Cough syrups and cough drops. Great to use for any chest or cold complaint.
HORSERADISH(Amoracia rusticana) Two to three feet tall in the second year of growth. Many uses medicinally.
HYSSOP(Hyssopus officinalis) Two to three feet tall. Hyssop is a cleansing herb. Used for cold, fevers, sore throats and bronchitis. Licorice flavored hyssop makes a good tasting tea.
LAVENDER(Lavandula angusifolia) Up to three feet tall. Good to soothe nervous disorders.
LEMON BALM(Melissa officinalis) Two feet tall, Lemon balm is a great all around herbto have. Great for cuts and scrapes and you can use it as a tonic.
LEMON VERBENA(Aloysia triphylla) Grow indoors where it can reach heights of six feet or more. Great to bring about sweating to break colds, fevers and flu. Good tonic and good cleanser for cuts and scraps.Make into cough drops.
LOBELIA(Lobelia inflata) One to three feet tall. Treat chest complaints. It should be used with great care as an overdose could be fatal.
MARJORAM(Origanum majorana) One foot tall. Use to treat asthma, rheumatism, and has many other uses.
MARSHMALLOW(Althea officinalis) Four to five feet tall. Great for chest complaints. Hollyhock is often used as a substitute for marsh mallow.
MINTS(Mentha spp.) Two feet tall. Because they are so many different kinds of mints, taste would indicate which to plant for your own use. All the mints are considered to be astringents. Peppermint and spearmint are considered to be the most versatile.
MULLEIN(Verbascum thapsus) Three to six feet tall. Mullein is one of the most verstaile of the herbs. Every part can be used. Great diuretic and liver tonic. Skind disorders, cuts, scrapes, and bruises can all be treated with mullein. Good to use for chest complaints and asthma.
NASTURIUM(Tropaeolum majus) One feet tall. Considered a stimulant. Good tea to use as a tonic. Has a nice peppery taste and can be used in salads and spreads.
NEW JERSEY TEA(Ceanothus americanus) Two to three feet tall. Similar to Chinese green tea. Many uses. Use for respiratory problems and to treat high blood pressure.
ONION(Allium cepa) Many uses. If eaten regularly helps to control blood pressure and heart problems.
OREGANO(Origanum spp.)One foot tall. Many uses. Olive oil and oregano make a good rub for arthritis.
PANSY(Viola tricolor) Also called heartsease. Good for treating bronchial coughs and asthmatic complaints.
PARSLEY(Petroselinum crispum) One to one half feet tall. Parsley is one of the best herbs to treat kidney complaints. Great diuretic to use during weight loss.
PASSION FLOWER(Passiflora incarnata) Vine. Passion flower tea has sedative value.
PENNYROYAL(Hedeoma pulegioides) Four to sixteen inches. Pennyroyal is a gentle stimulant. Relieves nervous stomach. Should not be taken by pregnant women as the oil can cause uterine contractions. Good to drink during menstrual cycle.
PLANTAIN(Plantago major) Six to eighteen inches. Plantain is a great tonic and is used mainly for its diuretic effect.
POPULAR(Populus spp. salicaceae) Ninety feet tall. The buds are gathered in the spring for use in treating chest complaints. The buds are known as balm of Gilead. Use in preparing cough syrups and for asthma complaints.
ROSE(Rosa spp.) Hips are great to use in preventing colds and for treating colds and the flu bug.
ROSEMARY(Rosmarinus officinalis) Native to the Meditterranean coast, Rosemary will grow very satisfactorily in pots to be kept indoors. Rosemary can be used to treat heart palpitations if used in a cordial. It will also stimulate the urinary organs. Good for heacaches and sleep disorders. CAUTION: It can be fatal in excessive amounts.
SAGE(Salvia officinalis) One to one and one-half feet tall. Sage is astringent in nature and can be used for everything from hair rinse to treating nervous disorders. CAUTION: It can cause symptoms of poisoning if taken in excess
ST JOHNS WORT(Hypercium perforatium) Two feet tall. The flowers make a good ointment to use for general skin disorders. The tea is good to strengthen the immume system. Studies are being done on using St. John's Wort to fight cancer and AIDS. Can cause photo sensitivity if used to excess.
SAVORY(Satureja spp.) One foot tall. Said to be an aphrodisiac. Regulates menstrual cycles and is good to treat stomach disorders
SOAPWORT(Saponaria officinalis) One to two feet tall. Great to use as a natural shampoo. Also used to wash delicate items such as lace because it is very gentle.
SWEET CICELY(Myrrhis odorata) Three feet tall. Use to treat digestive disorders. It is considered to be an expectorant in nature and can be used to treat colds and chest complaints. Used as a tonic for elderly people and babies.
SWEET WOODRUFF(Galium odoratum) Eight inches in height. Is considred a calmative, diaphoretic and a diuretic. Soothing to the stomache. Tonic for liver and heart, and also used as a base in perfumes.
TANSY(Tanacetum vulgarae) Three to four feet tall. Tansy is an astringent, so it could be used to treat skin disorders. For external use only.
TARRAGON(Artemisia dracunculus) Two feet tall. Relieves many gastric disorders.
THYME(Thymus vulgaris) One foot tall. Great astringent. Used internally and also for external remedies. If too much is ingested, it can over stimulate the thryoid gland and lead to poisoning.
VALERIAN(Valeriana officinalis) Three to one-half to five feet tall. One ofthe best herbs to use for home remedies. Great to use for chest complaints and is a wonderful relaxant. It should be used sparingly (only once per day) because extended use may produce poisoning. If used regularly, discontinue use afre 2-3 weeks.
VIOLET(Viola odorata) Four to six inches. Violets are a wonder plant. All parts can be used. The plant has more Vitamin A than any other plant known. Great tea and wonderful relaxant.
WILLOW(Salix spp.) Willow teas made from the twigs, bark and leaves are great pain relievers. Orginally aspirin was made from willow bark. Now aspirin is made from petroleum and coal tar products. Can be used internally and externally to relieve pain and swelling.
YARROW(Achilles millefolium) Three feet tall. Has pain relieving properties similar to willow and relieves pain when used to clean wounds and cuts. Also antiseptic in nature so it would alos be used to prevent infection of wounds and cuts.