Calendula
( Calendus Officinalis)
Other Names:: : Pot marigold
Commonly used topically to speed tissue healing after injuries, burns, and bruises. Extremely useful for dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, and hemorrhoids. Can ease pain on minor injuries as well. Internally for gastrointestinal inflammation, gastritis, colitis, and is almost specific for Chohn's disease.
Internally, not for use during pregnancy. Topically completely safe.
Energetics::
Constricting
Increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Emollient
Softens and soothes the skin
Ailments::
Bruises
Burns
Colitis
Crohns
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation of the GI tract
Eczema
Gastrics
Episodes of stomach discomfort (usually after eating) sometimes associated with nausea and/or vomiting
Gastrointestinal
Ailments linked to the digestive system, including the throat, stomach and intestines.
Hemorrhoids
Itching
Psoriasis
Skin Problems
Ulcers
Wounds
Associated with ::
Integumentary
Immune
Lamb's Ear
( Stachys byzantina)
Other Names:: : Lamb's Wool, Wooly Betony, Donkey's Ears, Jesus Flannel
Distinctive soft, velvety leaves. Commonly used in the treatment of infections, wounds, digestive disorders, common cold, rheumatic disorders, and neuropathy. Whole leaves work well with yarrow powder as a bandage. Its cooling and astringent nature make it suitable for various conditions related to inflammation and minor injuries, both internally and externally.
Tincture: 1 - 2ml 3/day Standard infusion 2-6 oz 3/day
Possible interactions with blood pressure medications, and of course if pregnant or breastfeeding consult your physician before use. If you have known allergies to mint or related plants, use caution or avoid use altogether.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Neutral
Neither warm nor cold; do not have a strong effect on circulation or cellular metabolism
Properties::
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antibacterial
Destroys or stops the growth of bacteria
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Ailments::
Bleeding
Digestive Disorders
Inflammation
Wounds
Associated with ::
No Body Associations Set
Yarrow
( Achillea millefolium)
Other Names:: : Milfoil, Soldier's Woundwort, Bloodwort
Yarrow is known for its astringent and styptic properties and is commonly used to stop bleeding and promote wound healing. Yarrow contains flavonoids, plant-based chemicals that increase saliva and stomach acid to help improve digestion. Yarrow may also relax smooth muscle in the intestine and uterus, which can relieve stomach and menstrual cramps
Avoid in pregnancy.
Energetics::
Constricting
Increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Alterative
Gradually restoring healthy bodily functions - slow working, increase assimilation of nutrients.
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Hemostatic
Coagulation, wound healing
Ailments::
Bleeding
Fever
Infection
Inflammation
Menstrual Cramps
Menstruation
Muscle ache
Muscles - Back or neck
Tight and tense neck or back pain, or dealing with a condition that causes muscle spasms
Wounds
Associated with ::
Circulatory System
Integumentary System
Integumentary
Circulatory
Respiratory
