Index of Herbs and Spices | Holistic and Natural Uses

This is an index of herbs with holistic and natural healing properties. *Check this post again every now and then for updates.*

Warning: as for everything, please use these with caution and in moderation. Make sure you know just how much to use before you use it, and make sure you know what herbs are okay to mix and what herbs are not.



Aloe Vera: Heals Sunburn and Other Minor Burns, Can Help Heal Many Kinds of Wounds, Encourages Skin Regeneration, Can Be An Effective Intestinal Cleanser,

Aaron's Rod (Verbascum Thapsus / Great Mullein): Treats Urinary Tract and Kidney Infections, Eases Catarrh, Can Be Used As An Anti-Inflammatory Cold Compress, Can Be Used As A Calming Tea,

Allheal (Prunella Vulgaris / Woundwort / Sticklewort / Self-Heal): Treats Sore Throats and Oral Inflammations, Can Be Used To Treat Various Ailments (such as quinsy or diphtheria, etc.), Can Help Heal Open Wounds,

Andrographis: Relieves Upper-Respitory Infections (such as colds and sinusitus),

Basil (Ocimum Basilicum): Aids Digestion, Combats Mental Fatigue, Can Be Used As An Antisceptic (when mixed with vinegar and added to bathwater), Acts As An Insect Repellent (when the juice of these leaves are rubbed on the skin),

Celery (Apium Graveolens): Can Have A Calming Effect on the Gut, Aids in Kidney Detoxification, Has A Beneficial Effect on Arthritis,

Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla): Contains Sedative Properties, Relieves Morning Sickness, Relieves Hemorrhoids and Mastitis, Eases Eczema and Hay Fever, Aids Ailing Plants (when planted in close proximity to them),

Cinnamon: Lowers Blood Pressure, Lowers Cholesterol, Can Help Reduce Heart Risks,
Can Be Used As An Insect Repellant, Can Ease Cold Symptoms, Aids Digestive Problems, (Note: Use Cinnamon Sparingly),


Cloves (Syzgium Aromaticum):
Efficiently Relieves Tootheaches, Can Be Used As An Antiseptic (Note: research this first before attempting it), Can Relieve Nausea (two drops of cloves essential oil in water are said to stop vomiting), Can Repel Moths (when stuck into oranges),


Comfrey (Symphytum Officinale / Saracen's Comfrey): Contains Allantoin (which stimulates healthy tissue formation), Can Be Used In Poultices To Heal Wounds and Bruises, Treats Athlete's Foot Fungus and Mastitis, Can Soften the Skin,

Coriander (Coriandrum Sativum / Cilantro): Can Be Used As A Preservative (with cumin and vinegar), Aids Digestion, Reduces Flatulence, Stimulates Appetite, Can Be Applied In A Poultice To Relieve Painful Joints,


Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale): Contains Iron and Calcium, Is Rich In Vitamins A and C, Can Be Used As A Diuretic and/or Laxative, Can Treat Coughs, Can Be Used As A Remedy For Liver and Kidney Problems, Cleanses the Liver, Can Treat Constipation and Dyspepsia, Can Be Used As Mosquito Repellant, Can Help Cure Warts, Contains A Good Supply of Copper and Can Help Fertilize Plants (when steeped in boiling water and then cooled),

Dill (Anethum Graveolens): Improves Appetite, Aids Digestion, Prevents Halitosis, Can Be Used To Strengthen Nails (by steeping the crushed seeds in hot water and using it as a nail bath),



Elder (Sambucus Nigra): Alleviating Catarrh and Respiratory Problems, Eases Conjunctivitis and Chilblains (as a compress made from the flowers steeped in hot water), Can Soothe Sore Throats (as a gargle made from elderflower infusions), Can Cure Toothaches and Migraines, (Note: elderberries or even the juice from elderberries must NOT be consumed unless it has been boiled as it could be very dangerous, toxic and/or even poisinous.

Eucalyptus:

Fennel (Foeniculum Vulgare):

Feverfew (Tanacetum Parthenium):

Garden Violet (Viola Odorata):



Garlic (Allium Sativum): Contains 70+ Active Phytochemicals, (such as Allicin), Lowers Cancer Risk, Reduces Colon Tumors, Aids  Cardiovascular Health, Reduces High Blood Pressure, Can Help Prevent Strokes and Arterial Blockages, Reduces Homocysteine (a plaques producing chemical),

Ginger: Contains Antioxidants, Reduces and/or Averts Nausea, Prevent Upset Stomachs, Soothes a Sore Throat, Stops the Production of Free Radicals, Can Help Decrease Blood Pressure, Can Help Reduce Arthritis Pain, Can Help Reduce the Risk of Cancer, Decreases Seratonin,

Holy Basil: Reduces Stress, Increases Adrenaline and Noradrenaline, Decreases Seratonin, Relieves Indigestion, Soothes Headaches, Can Help Inhibit Breast Cancer, Can Help Shrink and Prevent Tumors,

Honeysuckle (Lonicera Periclymenum):

Horseradish (Armoracia Rusticana):

Hyssop (Hyssopus Officinalis):

Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium Caeruleum):

Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Mollis):


Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia):

Lemon Balm (Melissa Officinalis):

Licorice (Liquiritia Officinalis);

Marigold (Calendula Officinalis):

Marjoram (Origanum Majorana):

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus):

Nettle (Urtica Dioica):

Onion (Allium Cepa):

Onion Flower (Allium Ursinum):

Parsley (Petroselinum Crispum):

Peuraria Lobata: Can Help Curb Problem Drinking and Alcoholism (by quickly allowing alcohol get to the part of the brain that tells your body that you've had enough),

Peuraria Mirifica:

Peppermint (Mentha Piperita):

Raspberry Leaves:

Rosemary: Contains Antioxidants (Carnosol and Rosemarinic, Helps Avoid Carcinogens, Can Help Stop Tumors, Reduces Heterocyclic Amines (for those of you who aren't vegan like the rest of us),

Sage (Salvia Officinalis):

Saint-John's Wort (Hypericum Perforatum / Herb of Saint John): Contains Melatonin and Helps the Body Produce More Melatonin Which Can Help You Sleep Better, Can Relieve Depression or Mood Problems, Eases Mania, Eases Neuralgia and Ulcers, Can Be Used To Treat Varicose Veins, Relieves Sunburn,

Sweet Woodruff (Gallium Odoratum):

Turmeric: Anti-Inflammatory, Eases Arthritis, Can Help Prevent Colon Cancer, Can Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease,

Thyme (Thymus Spp.):

Vervain (Verbena Officinalis): Eases Nervous Exhaustion and Depression, Can Treat Liver Problems and Urinary Tract Infections, Can Be Very Toxic To Vampires (*cough cough* The Vampire Diaries *cough cough*),

Yarrow (Achilles Millefolium / Woundwort): Can Cure Fevers, Expels Toxins, Can Heal Open Wounds, Encourages Fast Decomposition of Vegetation (which is great for composting),

Disclaimer: this information is not to be used in place of medical practices and in no way intends to go against a doctor's advice. The author of this article will not be held responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or deaths caused by the misuse of this information.