Scientific Name: Tanacetum vulgare Used to stimulate menstruation, alleviate migraines or as an anthelmintic. The flowers and leaves of tansy are toxic due to a compound called thujone.
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Thyme
Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris Thyme contains essential oil Thymol, which is used as an antiseptic in mouthwashes and all-natural hand sanitizers.
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Scientific Name: Rheum officinale The root of rhubarb has been used to alleviate fevers, inflammatory conditions, and digestive problems. Large amounts of the leaves of the rhubarb are toxic.
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Scientific Name: Lilium lancifolium Treats morning sickness during pregnancy & uterine neurolagia, congestion, & irritation.
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Scientific Name: Aralia cordata Native to Japan, Korea, and eastern China. The stems can be eaten and is sometimes boiled and served in miso soup. The roots of the plant used in herbal medicines.
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Scientific Name: Valeriana officinalis Valerian is a commonly used herb for alleviating anxiety and insomnia.
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Scientific Name: Teucrium chamaedrys It is has been used externally as an astringent infusion on the gums and also in the treatment of wounds.
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Scientific Name: Dioscorea villosa Contains steroidal saponins, which can be converted through a series of chemical reactions into steroid hormones for use in contraceptives.
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Scientific Name: Hamamelis virginiana Has been used to relieve swelling, bleeding, itching, minor pain, and discomfort caused by minor skin irritations.
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Scientific Name: Ratibida pinnata The Meskwaki Indians used the root as an ingredient to cure toothaches.
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