The Herb Weaver’s Journal

A List of herbs and their health benefits

Most herbs have contraindications, if you are taking prescribed medication or are about to have surgery, please speak with your medical professional before starting herb remedies. Even if you are fit and health, please always do your own research by checking Herballs and other trusted herb books before consuming any herbs, barks, flowers or roots.

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Herb Name

Agrimony - Detoxifying, diuretic, digestive, anti-inflammatory, small wound healing, pain reliever and respiratory & sore throat aid.

Alder - Soothes skin irritations, reduces swelling and aids aches & pains. Antiviral & antimicrobial.

Alfalfa - Digestion, cardiovascular health, immune support (high in vit c) and menopause symptoms.

Angelica - Aids digestion & bloating, relieves constipation, improves circulation. Supports menstrual health & menopause symptoms. Reduces anxiety and cough & cold symptoms.

Ash - Diuretic, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and helps gout symptoms.

Basil - Anti-oxidant, blood clotting, bone strength, lowers BP, stabilises blood sugars, anti-inflammatory, stress & anxiety support.

Bay Leaf - Small wound healing, stress & anxiety, indigestion, bloating, trapped wind. Immune system support. Skin & Hair health.

Birch - Diuretic, antiseptic, soothes joint pain, anti-inflammatory, helps dry skin disorders such as both eczema and dandruff.  

Black Pepper - Enhances absorption of nutrients, aids digestion, protects stomach lining, fights free radicals, supports cognitive function & helps regulate blood sugars.

Blackthorn - Healing for both bowel & stomach issues. Sore throats, coughs & cold symptoms. Fluid retention and general exhaustion.

Bladderwrack - Thyroid help, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Promotes collagen production, supports the skin, heals small wounds and burns.

Blessed or Holy Thistle - Supports lactation, improves digestion. Helps liver function, helps heartburn, wind and constipation.

Borage Leaf/Flower - Anti-inflammatory, helps bruises, detoxifying, diuretic, calms anxiety, helps reduce a fever, aids hormonal balance. (Pharma has no placed on the carcinogenic list)  

Burdock Root - Skin irritations, immune support, digestion issues and aids bowel movements. Supports the liver and detoxes. Anti-inflammatory & diuretic. 

Calendula/Marigold - Heals wounds, promotes tissue growth, soothes skin irritations & acne, anti-inflammatory, sunburn, respiratory issues, oral health, stomach ulcers, eye infections & antioxidant.   

Cardamom - Stops colic & helps trapped wind. Heart health, lowers BP & cholesterol.  Anti-inflammatory. Relieves congestion & sore throat. Mood enhancer.

Catnip/Nepeta - Calming and aids sleep.

Cedarwood -

Cedar Berries/Juniper Berries. 

Celandine - Helps depression, treats piles, improves circulation.

Chamomile - Aids sleep, reduce stress

Chickweed -  

Chili -

Cinnamon -

Clover, Red -  

Coltsfoot -

Comfrey -

Coriander - Used as an aphrodisiac. Helps migraines and eases anxiety.   

Cumin -  

Damiana -

Dandelion Leaf -

Dandelion Root -

Dock Root- (Yellow).

Echinacea -

Elderflower & Berry -

Evening Primrose -

Eyebright -

Fennel Seed - 

Feverfew -

Flax Seed/Linseed -

Fumitory -

Galangal Root -

Garlic -

Gentian -

Ginger -

Ginseng -

Hawthorn -  

Hearts Ease/Violet -    

Hibiscus -

Horehound -  

Horsetail -

Hyssop -

Irish Moss -

Jasmine -

Juniper - See Cedarberries. 

Lady's Mantle -

Lavender -

Lemon Balm/Melissa -

Lemon Grass -

Licorice Root -

Lilac -

Linden Flower -

Lime Tree Leaf -

Low John - See Galangal root.

Lungwort -

Marigold - See Calendula.

Marjoram -

Marshmallow Flower/Root -

Meadowsweet -

Mint  -

Mistletoe -

Mountain Ash Berry/Rowan Berry -

Motherwort -

Mugwort -

Mullein -

Mustard Seed -

Nasturtium -

Nettle -

Nutmeg -

Oak Leaf -

Orange Peel & Flower-

Oregano -

Passion Flower -

Pennyroyal -

Peppermint -

Pilewort - See Celandine. 

Pine/Needles -

Plantain -

Poppy Seeds -  

Pumpkin Seed -

Raspberry Leaf -

Red Clover - See Clover.

Rose -

Rose Hips -

Rosemary -

Rowan - See Mountain Ash. 

Rue -

Sage -

Skullcap -

Sea Salt -

Sheep's Purse -

Sheep Sorrel -

St. John's Wort -

Star Anise - 

Strawberry Leaf -

Sunflower -

Sweetwood - See Cinnamon.  

Tansy -  See Agrimony. 

Tarragon -

Thistle - See Blessed Thistle. 

Thyme -

Valerian -

Vervain -

Verbena -  

Violet - See Heart’s Ease. 

White Willow Bark -

Wood Betony -

Woodruff -

Wormwood -

Yarrow -