1. Purple Coneflower,
Echinacea purpurea. Astringent herb used to enhance and build your
Immune System. As a blood purifier Echinacea is used to increase the body's
resistance to infection.
2.
Chaste Tree, Vitex agnus-castus. The medicinal berries are used
to treat PMS and menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and excessive
bleeding. As a hormonal balancer, Vitex regulates progesterone and estrogen,
treats fibroids and re-establishes normal ovulation and menstruation.
3.
Passionflower, Passiflora incarnata. This easily grown climber's
leaves and flowers are used as an anti-anxiety medication. It's non-addictive
sedative properties treat insomnia, can reduce high blood pressure and acts as a
pain killer.
4. Garden Sage,
Salvia officinalis. This common garden plants' leaves are used to
soothe sore throats and treat infected gums. This herb's strong astringent
action helps to slow secretions of fluids; such as excessive sweating, vaginal
discharge, milk flow and diarrhea.
5.
Catnip, Nepeta cataria. This wonderful herb has a sedative effect
on humans (just opposite it's effects on cats). Catnip can be safely used for
children to treat colds, flu and to reduce fever. It is also used for colic and
as a digestive aid for adults.
6.
Horehound, Marrubium vulgare. This very bitter herb is used to treat coughs and
lung congestion. It can induce perspiration and is safely used for children. A
popular way to take horehound is by eating horehound candy.
7.
Mullein, Verbascum
thapsus. Often found growing
wild, this common plant's leaves are excellent for lung congestion, asthma,
bronchitis and sore throats. It's yellow flowers are often combined with garlic
and used as infused oil to treat ear infections.
8.
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis. This delicious culinary
herb (great with poultry and potatoes), is used to stimulate poor circulation.
Rosemary is useful in treating headaches, to improve memory and as a digestive
herb as it stimulates the flow of bile.
9.
Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis. This easily grown perennial is
used to calm night-time headaches, nervous tension and as an anti-depressant.
Like other mints it is used to treat upset stomachs, flatulence and colic.
10.
Gotu Kola, Centella asiatica. This lovely herb, perfect as a
container plant, is used to improve memory and works synergistically with Ginkgo
biloba to prevent memory loss, improve circulation to the brain and help
alleviate mental confusion.
Discover more about these
additional Austin grown herbs:
Yarrow, Feverfew, Peppermint,
Spearmint, Juniper berries, Yellow Dock, Ginkgo, Wood Betony, Borage, Comfrey,
Fennel, Milk Thistle, Motherwort and Licorice Root.
