Yarrow - Achillea millefolium (compositae)

Description: Fine feathered gray-green leaves and flat heads of small white, pink, or red flowering midsummer to autumn. Use: The part used is the top growth cut before flowering. Used to treat rheumatism, toothaches, headache and fever. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: rheumatism, toothache, hemorrhage, fever

Common Agrimony - Agrimonia eupatoria (Rosaceae)

Description: gray-green cinquefoil leaves, yellow star-shaped flowers, apricot scent, seedheads stick to clothes. Use: steep fresh leaves in water to make infusion, used as an external astringent to stop bleeding and for treating wounds. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Medicinal uses: jaundice, astringent, stop bleeding

Common Bugle - Ajuga reptans (labiatae)

Description: pink, white or blue flowers in midsummer, rosettes of green leaves. Use: Cut entire plant down at the bottom and dry to use medicinally to treat bleeding from wounds and cuts. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounces of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Medicinal uses: staunch bleeding

Common Ladys Mantle - Alchemilla vulgaris (Rosaceae)

Description: Grows 6-18 inches tall, leaves are pleated and cloak shaped. In summer will blossom small yellow-green flowers. Use: Use leaves and flower shoots for eye disorders and to staunch bleeding. Also traditionally used as an aid in childbirth and treatment for menstrual disorders. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: eye disorders, stop bleeding, menstrual disorders and childbirth

Used in spells relating to: produce gold

Garlic - Allium sativum

Description: white skinned bulb, with each bulb being divided into several cloves. Tall stem with single round pale green or pink bloom. Use: The parts you want to use are the bulbs (the "root" of the plant). Used for treating high blood pressure, as an antibiotic, as an expectorant and digestive aid. Also used for flavoring and has accumulated many superstitions. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: antibiotic, expectorant and digestion, high blood pressure

Used in spells relating to: protection

Chives - Allium schoenoprasum

Description: Small bulb that grows in clumps, with thin, dark green hollow leaves that grow to 8-12 inches tall. Slightly tall flower stems hold small purple flowers. Use: Use the leaves of the plant. Mainly used for flavoring and garnishing since it carries a mild onion flavor. It is medicinally used as a stimulant, as a digestive aid and is high in vitamin C. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: stimulant, digestive aid

Aloes - Aloe vera (Liliaceae)

Description: Succulent with clumps of pointed evergreen leaves. Uses: The leaves are the parts used. You can either squeeze the sap out of a freshly broken leaf and apply directly to a burn or wound, or you can dry the sap into a resin with which you could produce tinctures. Fresh sap is also used to treat mastitis. CAUTION: Not to be taken internally as it can cause hemorrhage. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: heal wounds, burns and mastitis

Marsh Mallow - Althaea officinalis (Malvaceae)

Description: Tough-rooted herbacious perinnial. Has white or pink blooms where the leaf bunches meet the stem with velvety stems and leaves. Uses: Use flowers, leaves and shoots. Also use roots dug up in winter dormancy after the plant has been established at least two years (used fresh or dried). Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: lung and bowel disorders, inflammation, gastric ailments

Hollyhock - Althaea Rosea

Description: Grows up to 10 feet with wide hairy leaves that grow to 12 inches in width.Large flowers in summer white and pink in the wild and purple, red or yellow in cultivated form. Uses: Use fresh flowers and leaves as a diuretic and to help with some chest compaints. Helps mouth ulcers and is soothing on the face. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: diuretic, mouth ulcers, soothing balm

Dill - Anethum graveolens (Umbelliferae)

Description: Annual herbs with feathered blue-green leaves and hollow stems. Umbrella shaped cream and yellow blooms in summer followed by brown seeds. Uses: Use fresh leaves and flowers for flavoring or taken as a tea to releive digestive problems and flatulence. Seeds harvested when dry used for flavoring and pickling crushed or whole. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Medicinal uses: digestive problems, flatulence

Angelica - Angelica archangelica (Umbelliferae)

Description: Grows to 6 ft and produces a few large and deeply indented at the ground level, tall hollow stems and topped with smaller leaves and greenish white flowers in midsummer. Use: Young leaves can be gathered and used at any time during the growing season. The stems can be harvested the summer of the second growing year. Roots can be dug up just before flowering but need to dry slowly. All parts are used to stimulate appetite and treat ailments of the chest and digestive system. Roots sometimes used in snuff and was used by Native Americans as tobacco. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: perspiration, stimulate appetite, chest and digestion ailments.

Chervil - Anthriscus cerefolium (Umbelliferae)

Description: Grows up to two feet tall with a tapering root stalk. Well branched with sweet scented delicate foliage that resembles parsley. Umbels of small white flowers in spring and summer, followed by seed pods. CAUTION: Do Not harvest wild for it can be easily confused for poisonous hemlock, fools parsley and water dropwort. Uses: Use bruised leaves applied fresh or as poultices to wounds. Infusion aids in digestion and helps stimulate perspiration. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Medicinal uses: digestion, encourages perspiration

Columbine - Aquilegia vulgaris (Ranunculaceae)

Description: Tough rooted herb wih pretty leaves on wiry stems. Grows to 2 feet and in summer sprouts blooms in pink, blue or white. Uses: Roots, flowers and leaves have antiseptic properties. CAUTION: This plant and its seeds are highly poisonous, so none of it should ever be taken internally. Should only be used as a poultice.

Greater Burdock - Arctium lappa (Compositae)

Description: Short plant with a rosette of large white backed rhubarb-like leaves atop strong vertical roots which grow up to 3 feet long. In the summer, thick and hairy stems growing up to 6 feet tall bear reddish purpleflowers, followed by seedheads with hooked spines that last all winter long. Uses: Use slowly dried roots and dried seeds for medicinal uses. Used as a folk remedy to treat such skin problems as psoriasis and eczema, seeds used for threat and chest ailments. Used some places as a vegetable. The chopped roots are valuable cooked for their high insulin content. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: psoriasis, eczema, throat and chest ailments

Thrift - Armeria maritima (Plumbaginaceae)

Description: An evergreen perennial that forms mounds of narrow grassy leaves on woody rootstalks. In summer produces honey scented short stemmed white or light pink flowers. Uses: Fresh or dried leaves applied as a poultice to an area that requires sterilizing. Valuable as a poultice for its antiseptic properties. CAUTION: Not recommended to be taken internally as it has been shoen to cause such side effects as dermatitis.

Horseradish - Armoracia rusticana (Cruciferae)

Description: Coarse herb with long stalked oval leaves that grow up to 3 feet long. Grows umbels of off white flowers in summer. Has pungent roots, up to 2 feet long. Uses: Not recommended for medicinal uses. Used in cooking as a flavoring.

Medicinal uses: digestive, antiseptic, stimulant, rheumatism, circulation, chest complaints (use with Caution)

Arnica - Arnica montana (Compositae)

Description: 1-2 foot tall hairy stems bear bunches of bright yellow daisies in the summer and autumn. Uses: Use flowers and upper stems either fresh of dried slowly. Roots dug up in late autumn or spring can be used after drying in artificial heat. Used to treat epilepsy and blood pressure. Also used to treat bruises, sprains, throat infections, wounds and paralysis. CAUTION: Poisonous and not to be taken internally as it may be toxic and cause skin irritations. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Used in spells relating to: Leaf: Summoning of Spirits, Dreams, Purification, Clairvoyancy.
Root:Summoning of Spirits, Dreams, Purification, Clairvoyancy.

Southernwood - Artemisia abrotanum

Description: Woody perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. Sprouts pungent grey-green feathery leaves. Also bears inconspicuous yellow-green flowers in late summer. Uses: Use shoots and leaves that have been slowly dried in the sun. Used medicinally as an infusion or tincture to help regulate menstruation. Also useful for antiseptic properties, and as an insect repellent. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: antiseptic, moth repellent, menstruation

Used in spells relating to: aphrodisiac

French Tarragon - Artemisia dracunulus

Description: Shrubbish perennial herb with slim woody stems. Dark green pointed leaves and wooley white or grey flowers in late summer. Uses: Use growing tips for fresh use, and all top growth harvested when in bloom for drying in gentle heat. Used for toothache, to treat snakebite, digestive problems and as a cure for insomnia. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: stimulating appetite, toothache, snakebite, insomnia

Mugwort - Artemisia vulgaris

Description: 6 foot tall herb with reddish stems and long green leaves with white undersides. Also blooms reddish brown flowers in late summer. Uses: All parts of the plant may be used fresh or dried in the shade. One of the nine Saxon magic herbs. It is used in tea form to treat gastritis, digestive problems, and menstruation disorders. CAUTION: May be harmful if taken is excessive doses. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: menstrual disorders, gastritis and digestive ailments

Used in spells relating to: Protection while traveling, Psychic Dreams, Crystal & Mirror Gazing.

Asparagus - Asparagus officinalis (Liliaceae)

Description: perennial herb that grows up to 6 feet tall. Edible spears grow in spring. In summer, greenish white flowers appear and on female plants bear red berries in autumn. The rest of the plant has a feathered fern look to it. Uses: Use the tips or spears and fern in cooking. Roots can be dug up for medicinal purposes such as a laxative. The fern cooked as a tea can be used to treat urinary disorders. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: laxative, rheumatic and urinary disorders

Orach - Atriplex hortensis (Chenopodiaceae)

Description: Leafy annual, 2-3 feet tall. Leaves are dark green, fleshy and triangular in shape. Spikey threadlike green or red flowers grow in summer. Use: The larger leaves and young shoots are the pieces use to treat tiredness or exhaustion. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: spring tonic, stimulant, tiredness, exhaustion.

Borage - borago officinalis (Boraginaceae)

Description: Stout herb with hollow bristly stems and broad oval shaped leaves that are also hairy. Bears blue or white star shaped flowers that are popular with bees. Use: Use leaves and stems, flowers fresh, seeds dried and roots dug up after flowering. An infusion of leaves and seeds was used to increase milk supply in nursing mothers and to treat coughs, colds and depression. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: coughs, colds, depression

Common Box - Buxus sempervirens (Buxaceae)

Description: Slow growing evergreen shrub. Sometimes resembles a small tree, growing up to 16 feet tall. Branches are covered with oval shaped leaves that are shiny and dark green on the top and paler under leaf. In mid spring blooms small greenish white flowers. Use: Leaves are used fresh or dried; the bark and timber can be used if pruned from larger branches. Used to treat fevers and rheumatism and to promote sweating. Leaves yield a red dye. CAUTION: The foliage is too toxic for amateur medicinal use.

Marigold - Celdula officinalis (Compositae)

Description: Perennial herb with sticky stems. Grows long oval leaves that are hairy and fleshy and smaller at the top than the base. Stems yield one yellow orange flower in early summer. Use: Petals are used fresh or dried in the shade or light heat. Whole flowers can be boiled and used as a dye. Tea made from the flowers is good for gastric disorders. Is mainly used for its antiseptic properties and is used as an anti-inflammatory that is well known for healing wounds. Its a common ingredient in salves and ointments. Shakers used the flowers to treat gangrene. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: internal spasms, gastric disorders, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory

Rampion - Campanula rapunculus (Campanulaceae)

Description: Biennial herb with fleshy taproot and slim stems that grow up to three feet and has a milky sap. Slender toothy leaves that are oval shaped neat the vase of the plant. In its second year will produce pale blue or white flowers that are star shaped in mid summer. Use: Use leaves gathered anytime before flowering and the roots dug after the end of summer (roots need to be stored in sand in a cool place). Has no known medicinal uses, leaves are used in winter salads and in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries it was grown as a root vegetable.

Centaury - Centaurium erythraea (Genticianaceae)

Description: Delicate annual growing up to a foot tall. Bunches of oval shaped leaves at base of plant, several stems grow up to produce tubular flowers in late summer that are pink with yellow centers. Use: Entire plant is used, gathered at flowering time and dried quickly in a warm room. Used medicinally in a poultice for skin disorders. A tea made from whole plant treats digestive disorders such as heartburn. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: digestive disorders, heartburn

Knapweed - Centaurea Nigra

Description: Tough perennial with ridged stems and hairy dark green leaves. Grows up to 3 feet tall and sprouts spiky purple flowers in summer. Use: Whole plant used as a diuretic. Used in medieval times as a wound salve, and also to soothe sore throats and bleeding gums. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: soothes sore throats and bleeding gums. Diuretic

Lawn Chamomile - Chamaemelum nobile (Compositae)

Description: A hairy creeping perennial that grows up to 18 inches high. Has ferny leaves and white and yellow flowers in the summer that have an apple scent. Use: The entire plant is used for distillation; the flowers are used for essential oil and teas. Chamomile is a key component in a famous tea that is used to settle nervous disorders, bringing a sleepy feeling, stimulating the appetite, and cleansing the blood. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: nervous disorders, stimulating appetite, cleansing the blood

Greater Celandine - Chelidonium majus (Papaveraceae)

Description: Perennial herb with fleshing stems that grows up to 3 feet tall with fine hairy leaves (yellow on top and blue-green underneath). Many small yellow flowers will appear in the summer, but all parts of the plant contain an orange sap that can be irritating to the skin. Use: Cut the top growth of the plant at flowering time, the sap can be collected at any time from the top growth and from the roots when dormant. The roots are ready to be dug up in autumn. The sap has been traditionally used as a treatment for warts and a source for orange dye. The flowers can be used to treat thyroid conditions, and the roots have been found to be beneficial to treat liver and gall bladder disorders. CAUTION: In large doses it may be poisonous and an irritant both internally and externally.

Medicinal uses: thyroid conditions, liver and gall bladder disorders. Use with caution

Good King Henry - Chenopodium bonus-henricus (Chenopodiaceae)

Description: Perennial herb with smooth fluted stems growing up to 2 and a half feet tall, with thick triangular fleshy leaves that appear gray and mealy at first. Small yellow green flowers appear in clusters at midsummer. Use: The young leaves and shoots are cultivated as an early green vegetable, spinach like with the first few shoots sometimes blanched by earthing up and used like asparagus.

Medicinal uses: rheumatism

Alecost - Chrysanthemum balsamita

Description: Perennial herb with a sharp biting taste that grows up to 2 feet tall. Has finely hairy creeping rootstock and oval leaves with a minty scent. Bears small yellow flower with outer white petals in late summer. Use: Leaves and flowers are used gathering young leaves at any time and flowers as they are beginning to open up. Used to treat colds and digestive disorders. Has been used in medieval times to ease childbirth. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: eases childbirth, soothe colds, digestive disorders.

Chicory - Cichorium intybus (Compositae)

Description: Perennial herb with a large and deep running taproot that gives off a milky sap with a rosette of leaves at the base that are green and jagged like dandelion in the wild species and gray and oval shaped in the cultivated species. Hairy flower stem grow up to 5 feet giving bright blue, white or pink daisies all summer. A common weed. Use: The roots and flowering stems should be used fresh or dried slowly in the sun, and seeds and outer portions (excluding the woody core) of the roots are used in brewing drinks such as coffee. Leaves give a blue dye. Tea from the flowers and stems are used to treat gout, rheumatism and liver complaints. CAUTION: Excessive use can lead to digestive upsets and handling can cause skin irritation and dermatitis. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gout, rheumatism, anemia, liver complaints. Use with caution

Common Calamint - Clinopdium calamintha (Labiatae)

Description: perennial herb with creeping roots that grows like a bush up to 2 feet tall. Stems are square shaped and bearing gray oval toothy leaves that have a minty scent. Use: Leaves are used and can be gathered at any time and are best dried in a slow warm heat. Medieval physicians used it in the form of infusions as an expectorant. The whole plant can be crushed and used to treat bruises and sprains. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, expectorant

Holy Thistle - Cnicus benedictus (Compositae)

Description: Branching annual plant that grows on a single taproot. Hairy red stems that grow up to 2 ft, with long green white veined leaves that are deeply cut and spiny. In late summer plant blooms with yellow and brown thistled flowers that succumb to single seed pods in autumn. Use: Roots can be used right after flowering, leaves can be picked just before flowering, flowers used whole and seed pods are picked after dry. Used as a digestive tonic and to treat liver and gall bladder. Also used to induce sweating. Poultice of the leaves relieves wounds and burns. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: digestive tonic, liver and gall bladder disorders, chilblains, wounds and burns

Field Bindweed - Convolvulus arvensis (Convolvulaceae)

Description: Climbing perennial herb with twining stems that grow up to 3 ft and deep coiled roots. Arrow shaped leaves and white bell shaped flowers in summer and autumn. Use: The only parts used are the flowering top growths, used fresh or dried. A tonic used to cleanse the blood, and helps with fevers and constipation. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic and blood cleanser, fevers and constipation

Coriander - Coriandrum sativum (Umbelliferae)

Description: Rigid strong smelling annual plant that grows from a taproot with slender stems and ferny leaves. In midsummer white or pink blooms appear followed by round red seed capsules that are very aromatic when they are ripe. Use: The young leaves and shoots can be used at any time, the roots dug after flowering, and the mature seeds can be used after they are dried, roasted, and pulverized. Usually used as a spice to add flavor to foods, one of the oldest spices on record. The seeds are somewhat of a stimulant and help with digestion.

Medicinal uses: stimulant, aid to digestion

Lemon Grass - Cymbopogon citratus (Gramineae)

Description: Bulbous perennial grass with spear shaped brownish green leaves that emits a lemon scent. Use: The leaf buds are used along with fresh stems that are finely chopped or dried and then ground. Useful as a tea for liver complaints. Gives lemon grass oil which has strong antiseptic properties. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, stimulant, antiseptic, skin cleanser

Used in spells relating to: Repel snakes, helps to bring in Psychic Powers.

Cardoon - Cynara cardunculus

Description: This plant is a close relative of thistle and the artichoke, is a short lived perennial and grows as tall as 6 ft. Has silvery leaves and blooms gray blue thistle-like flowers in late summer. Use: The stems are used blanched or fried and also added to sauces. Grown ornamentally in the garden or as a vegetable crop.

Hound's Tongue - Cynoglossum officinale (Boraginaceae)

Medicinal uses: bathe cuts, bruises, burns and eczema

Pink Clove - Dianthus caryophyllus (Caryophyllaceae)

Description: Evergreen perennial that grows with branched gray green stems and long slender leaves 2-3 ft tall with stems divided into sections by hard nodes. Very fragrant pink or white flowers appear in summer and autumn. Use: The flowers are used either fresh or dried. Flowers are used in potpourri and to flavor drinks or syrups.

Medicinal uses: pot pourri

Male Fern - Dryopteris filix-mas

Description: A fern that grows large fronds, up to 4 ft long. Underside leaf the veins are covered by sporangia. Use: Once used to remedy tapeworms and cure rickets. CAUTION: Many of species of fern may be carcinogenic and therefore should NOT be taken internally.

Viper's Bugloss - Echium vulgare (Boraginaceae)

Believed to be the missing herb Atterloathe of the nine Anglo-Saxon herbs. This from Culpeper "It is a most gallant herb of the Sun; it is a pity it is no more in use than it is. It is an especial remedy against the biting of the Viper, and all other venomous beasts, or serpents; as also against poison, or poisonous herbs. Discorides and others say, That whosoever shall take of the herb or root before they be bitten, they shall not be hurt by the poison of any serpent." Read the pagannews.com article on this herb to see why we believe this is the truth missing Anglo Saxon herb...

Medicinal uses: tonic, antiseptic, snakebites, adds milk to lactating women. Eases the pains in the loin, back and kidneys.

Rocket - Eruca vesicaria (Cruciferae)

Medicinal uses: tonic, mild stimulant, cough remedy

Boneset - Eupatorium perfoliatum (Compositae)

Description: Perennial herb with stem that branch and grow up to 5 ft. Leaves are shiny on top and downy on the underside and are long and narrow. Produces dense heads of white flowers followed by feathery seed heads. Use: Whole plant can be used as flowers open, use fresh or dried quickly. Used to treat coughs and colds or as an ointment for muscle aches. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, stimulant, coughs, colds, muscular aches

Meadowsweet - Filipendula ulmaria (Rosaceae)

Description: perennial herb with pink aromatic stems and roots. Grows up to 4 ft and bears creamy small white flowers in late summer. Use: Use flowers fresh or dried in gentle heat and roots are dried for homeopathic uses. Is a source of salicylic acid, teas given to treat fever, flu and rheumatism. Dyes made from flowers are yellow and dyes from roots are black. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: reduces fever, stomach acidity, influenza and rheumatism.

Fennel - Foeniculum vulgare (Umbelliferae)

Description: Gray green perennial herb, with slim stems that grow up to 6 ft bearing threadlike leaves and small yellow flowers in midsummer. Small oval green seedpods appear following the flowering period. Use: Use growing tips fresh or dried and roots dug up in autumn. One of the nine Anglo Saxon sacred herbs. Fennel tea helps relieve indigestion and colic. CAUTION: avoid large doses. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: expectorant, antibacterial

Used in spells relating to: Prevent curses, demonic possessions, & negative problems.

Wild Strawberry - Fragaria vesca (Rosaceae)

Description: Perennial herb that grows creeping along the ground. In summer single white flowers grow followed by red berries. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried and roots dug up in winter. Leaves can be made into a tea that is an astringent, as is a diuretic. CAUTION: excessive consumption may result in allergic reaction. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: mild laxative, nerve tonic, astringent

Sweet Woodruff - Galium odoratum (Rubiaceae)

Description: Evergreen perennial herb. Branched stems bear bunches of dark green narrow leaves. Cluster of star shaped flowers appear in summer. Uses: Use the green parts of the plant cut at flowering time and dried slowly. Used to poultice wounds and also given in a tea to stimulate milk flow of nursing mothers. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: poultice wounds, scabies, stimulate milk flow in mothers

Wintergreen - Gaultheria procumbens (Ericacae)

Description: Evergreen shrub that produces leaves on the ends of branches. Drooping white flowers also grow towards the end of branches followed by small round red berries. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried in the sun. Leaves made into an infusion to be used as a gargle, as they are pain reducing. Can also be given as a tea to treat minor pain. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: mouthwash, sore throat, muscular aches and pains

Dyer's Greenweed - Genista Tinctoria (Leguminosae)

Medicinal uses: diuretic, laxative, dropsy, skin disorders

American Cranesbill - Geranium maculatum (Geraniaceae)

Description: Hairy perennial herb with stems growing up to 2 ft. leaves are downy with scalloped edges. Bears small pink or purple flowers in late spring followed by fruit with long barbs. Uses: Use the roots dried and powdered, gathered in fall or winter. Used by native Americans for the roots astringent properties, used internally to treat dysentery, bleeding, and both internally and externally to treat ulcers. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: Astringent, diarrhea, dysentery, bleeding and ulcers

Herb Bennet - Geum urbanum (Roaceae)

Description: Downy perennial herb with aromatic pink root and long branched stems (up to 2 ft). Toothed leaves grow in rosettes of uneven sized leaves, and in summer and autumn bears yellow flowers. Uses: Use roots fresh or dried as well as young leaves. Used in medieval times in an infusion to treat stomach and liver problems, to increase appetite, or added to a strengthening tea to reduce fever. Can also be used as a mouthwash. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: stomach, liver disorders, increase appetite and stop bleeding, reduce fever

Liquorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra (Leguminosae)

Description: Perennial herb with a long fibrous yellow taproot. Stems grow up to 5 ft bearing small green pinnate leaves in pairs along stems. In midsummer, blue pea-type flowers appear, followed by brown seedpods. Uses: Use roots from 3-4 year old plants dug up in spring or autumn then peeled and dried. Used as a laxative and for treating ulcers, bladder and kidney complaints. Infusion given for sore throat and to reduce fever. CAUTION: Prolonged use can cause adverse effects; raised blood pressure, low potassium levels and sodium retention. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: laxative, stomach problems, ulcers, bladder and kidney complaints

Used in spells relating to: Aphrodisiac. To keep a lover (or cause his death). Protection.

Witch Hazel - Hamamelis virginiana (Hamamelidaceae)

Description: Perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 13 ft with small hazel like leaves and ragged bright yellow flowers on the bare stems from autumn on. Uses: Barks and leaves and used for tinctures and flowering twigs are used for distillation. Traditionally a cooling wound herb well known for its antiseptic properties. Used in infusion to treat: bruises, sprains, hemorrhoids, varicose veins, bleeding and in ointment to relieve piles. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: astringent, cooling wounds, bruises, sprains, varicose veins, bleeding

Ivy - Hedera helix (Araliaceae)

Description: Climbing evergreen plant that clings as it grows. Leaves are dark green and have 5 points. Stems are brown and woody. When stems grow to full length (up to 100ft) they will branch off with small oval shaped leaves followed by black berries in autumn. Uses: Use young leaves fresh or dried in shade. Used in a poultice to treat bruises and stiff joints. CAUTION: Entire plant is extremely poisonous and should never be taken internally

Medicinal uses: bruises, stiff joints

Used in spells relating to: Protection

Curry Plant - Helichrysum italicum (Compositae)

Description: Aromatic evergreen bush with branching woody stems that grow up to 2 ft. Narrow silvery leaves and rich yellow daisies grow in summer. Uses: Leaves fresh or dried, flower heads and shoots used in summer for distillation. Very aromatic plant used for flavoring drinks, jellies, and meat dishes. Also used as an insect repellant.

Medicinal uses: insect repellent, respiratory problems

Hops - Humulus lupulus (Cannabinaceae)

Description: Perennial climbing plant with hairy stems and long spreading and twining stems often growing up to 30 ft and twisting around themselves like a rope. Leaves are green and heart-shaped and in summer bears green and yellow male and female flowers on separate plants. The female flowers turn into large cones in autumn. Uses: Use the female cones gathered when they are still green and dried until brown. Young shoots up to 8 in long in spring. Used as a flavoring and antiseptic preservative in beer. Female cones are sometimes used to treat insomnia and nervous tension. Poultices help heal boils and swellings. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: antibacterial, insomnia, nervous tension

St John's Wort - Hypericum perforatum (Guttiferae)

Medicinal uses: poor blood circulation, irregular menstruation, antibacterial, wounds and burns

Hyssop - Hyssopus officinalis (Labiatae)

Description: Perennial evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 ft. Branching stems and long narrow green fragrant leaves that are hairy and dotted with oil glands. In autumn grow whorls of small white, blue, pink or purple flowers. Uses: Leaves are used fresh at any time, flowering tips used fresh or dried in the sun. Used as an expectorant, flowering tips used in infusion form to treat sore throat and cough, and also to treat bites, burns and stings. Magically used to cleanse. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: expectorant, bites, burns and stings

Woad - Isatis tinctoria (Cruciferae)

Description: Short lived perennial with a basal rosette of oval toothed leaves. Branched leaved stems grow up to 4 ft. Bears small yellow flowers in summer followed by black seeds. Uses: Leaves are used after repeatedly fermented and dried in a complicated sequence. Fermented leaves yield a blue dye. Leaves are also used to stop bleeding and heal battle wounds. CAUTION: for external use only.

Medicinal uses: stop bleeding, healing wounds

Juniper - Juinperus communis (Cupressaceae)

Description: Evergreen shrub or tree that grow up to 20 ft. Needle-like leaves, yellow green flowers in summer followed by fleshy berries. Uses: Leafy shoots can be used anytime, fruit gathered late in the summer and then dried; woody stems and roots when available. Oil from unripe berries used to massage gouty or rheumatic parts of the body. CAUTION: use internally only when under medical supervision. May also be an external irritant.

Medicinal uses: rheumatism, gout

Sweet Bay Tree - Laurus nobilis (Lauraceae)

Description: ge dense evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 50 ft. Glossy oval dark green leaves. Small light yellow flowers in early summer followed by black berries. Uses: Leaves used anytime dried and lightly pressed. Ripe berries are pressed for oil. An aromatic antiseptic plant that was used to weave the laurels of Roman general's crown. Leaves used as a flavoring in cooking. Leaves may also be pulped and applied as an antiseptic poultice to burns and bruises.

Medicinal uses: astringent, burns, bruises

English Lavender - Lavanula angustifolia (Labiatae)

Description: Evergreen woody shrub with branches up to 3 ft long. Long narrow aromatic leaves and fragrant purple-blue flowers in long spikes in midsummer. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight. Uses: Flowers gathered just before fully opening, dried slowly. Flowering shoots and leaves used for distilling essential oils. In infusion used as a cough suppressant and to treat headaches and nervous disorders.

Medicinal uses: cough suppressant, headaches, nervous disorders

Used in spells relating to: Love Spells, Money Spells, Attract Good Spirits.

Lovage - Levisticum officinale (Umbelliferae)

Description: Pungent herbaceous perennial with stout hollow ridged stems that grow up to 8 ft. Broad glossy toothed leaves that bear umbels of green or yellow flowers in summer followed by brown seedpods. Uses: Young leaves are used while avoiding the central flower stem. Hollow main stems may be used before flowering. Roots of 3 year old plants may be dug in autumn sliced and dried. Ripe seeds may also be used. Medicinally used as a digestive aid, but mostly used as a sort of vegetable in cooking. CAUTION: avoid taking large quantities. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: Digestive problems

Common Privet - Ligustrum vulgare (Oleaceae)

Description: Branched deciduous shrub that grows up to 12 feet with smooth oval shaped leaves. Short spikes of strong smelling flowers appear in summer followed by small yellow or black berries. Uses: Leaves may be used at any time during the growing season. Wood of larger pruned stems. Leaves used by shakers as a mouthwash. Leaves yield a yellow dye. CAUTION: all parts are very poisonous in ingested.

Common Toadflax - Linaria vulgaris (Scrophulariacae)

Description: Perennial herb with creeping roots and long slender gray leaves. Stems grow up to 2 ft and in the summer bear spikes of yellow flowers followed by black seeds. Uses: Use whole herb fresh or dried in the shade. Used in the middles ages as laundry starch. Used to treat diarrhea and jaundice. Flowers yield dyes, yellow, orange, brown or green. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: diarrhea, cystitis, jaundice

Flax - Linum usitatissimum (Linaceae)

Description: Annual with slender wiry stems that grow up to 3 ft. pointed leaves and pale blue flowers followed by oval shaped brown flat seeds that are rich in oil. Uses: Use the whole fresh flowering plant for medicinal treatments. Seeds are used fresh or dried then powdered. Seeds soaked overnight and then strained are used to treat constipation and indigestion and in poultices for bruises and cuts. CAUTION: Large doses may be poisonous.

Medicinal uses: laxative, gastritis, constipation, indigestion, cuts, bruises

Used in spells relating to: Protection for children, Psychic, Beauty.

Lemon Verbena - Lippia citriodora (Verbenaceae)

Description: Perennial evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 ft in warm climates with slender branches and long narrow pointed leaves. Leaves give off oil from small dotted glands on underside of leaves that smells like lemon. Long runs of tiny white of light purple flowers on ends of stems in late summer. Uses: Use leaves at any time fresh or dried in the shade, and shoots should be picked just before flowering to be distilled for essential oil. Tea used as a tonic and sedative and to treat nausea and flatulations. Essential oil used as flavorings in food and scent in perfumes. Hot leaf pulp is effective for toothaches. CAUTION: Large doses or prolonged use can cause internal irritations. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: calming tonic, sedative, nausea, palpitations, flatulence

Wild Honeysuckle - Lonicera periclymenum

Description: Woody twining shrub climber, grows up to 20 feet with oval shaped glossy leaves. Clusters of fragrant flowers appear in summer followed by red berries. Uses: Use leaves or flowers fresh or dried in the shade, fresh bark from cuttings, and roots dug up in autumn and dried. Bruised leaves used to treat skin disorders, infused bark for rheumatism or painful joints, flowers in tea for asthma. CAUTION: Berries may be poisonous and only recommended today for external use.

Medicinal uses: skin disorders, rheumatism and painful joints

Purple Loosestrife - Lythrum salicaria (Lythraceae)

Description: Perennial herb with square angled stems that grow up to 5 ft. Narrow pointed leaves without stalks and long dense spikes of bright pink flowers in midsummer followed by seed capsules. Uses: Use flowering parts fresh or dried in the shade. Once used for tanning leather, now recognized for it's antiseptic properties and is used as a gargle and an eyewash. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: antibacterial gargle, eyewash

Common Mallow - Malva sylvestris (Malvaceae)

Description: Coarse biennial herb growing up to 3 ft as a bush. Leaves are hairy and crinkled and resemble parsley in shape. Flowers are pink or white with purple veins and grow in groups in summer and autumn followed by flat green seed capsules. Uses: Flowers used picked fresh and dried fast in warmth, young leaves used fresh, whole plant cut at flowering time and dried, and seedpods picked while green. Whole plant is soothing. Leaves used to reduce inflammations and ease bug stings and in poultices to treat hemorrhoids and ulcers. Tea from flowers used for colds and bronchitis. CAUTION: Large amounts may be purgative and cause indigestion. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: anti-inflammatory, bee stings, ulcers, hemorrhoids

Wild Chamomile - Matricaria recutita (Compositae)

Description: Aromatic annual with stems up to 18 in. Small sweet fragrant white daisies appear in summer. Uses: Use flowers fresh of dried in the shade. Tea is refreshing and mildly sedative. Flowers reduce inflammations and to soothe teething pains. CAUTION: May cause severe reaction to people with ragweed allergies. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: mild sedative, digestive disorders, teething pains

Used in spells relating to: Enhance marriage proposal, luck, gambling. Believed to prevent lightning strikes.

Common Melilot - Melitotus officinalis (Leguminaosae)

Description: Biennial plant with a strong taproot and stems that grow branched up to 4 ft. Leaves have long toothed leaflets, bears yellow flowers in summer followed by brown oval shaped seed pods. Uses: Leaves and shoots of flowering plants are used fresh or dried in the shade. Tea is a tonic and is used to treat sleeplessness, colic, nervous tension and digestive disorders. Added to a bath for slow healing wounds. CAUTION: Excessive consumption may lead to vomiting and dizziness. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, anti-colic, sleeplessness, nervous tension, thrombosis, digestive disorders

Lemon Balm - Melissa officinalis (Labiatae)

Description: Hairy perennial herb with creeping roots and square stems that grow up to 3 ft. Lemon-scented heart-shaped toothed leaves. Flowers are white or pink and appear in late summer. Uses: Leaves and tips picked just before or after flowering may be used fresh or dried quickly in the shade or frozen to preserve oils. Used to treat colds, flu, insomnia and indigestion. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: blood pressure, colds, influenza, nervous tension, insomnia, indigestion

Peppermint - Mentha x piperita

Description: Hairy perennial with square red or pink stems the grows to 3 ft. Oval, pointed deeply toothed leaves with white flowers in midsummer. Uses: Use leaves and stems fresh or dried. Has great cooling properties because of the high content of menthol. Used to treat gastric ailments, digestive disorders and nervous complaints. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gastric and digestive disorders, tension, insomnia

Used in spells relating to: Psychic Ability, Visions, Healing, Sleep, Love.

Pennyroyal - Metha pulgeium

Description: Bushy perennial that grows like groundcover. Small oval dark green leaves and white or mauve flowers in late summer. Uses: Use whole green plant fresh or dried. Treats gastric ailments, headaches, colds, bites and minor cuts and scrapes. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gastric ailments, headaches, colds, bites and minor abrasions

Round-leaved Mint - Mentha x rotundifolia

Description: Sweetly aromatic perennial with branching stems that grow up to 3 ft. Leaves are oval shaped, serrated and green but paler and downy on the underside. Bears slim spikes of pink or white flowers in late summer. Uses: Use leaves, fresh or dried, and can be frozen for prolonged storage. Used in cooking, no medicinal value.

Medicinal uses: flavoring

Spearmint - Mentha spicata

Description: Branching perennial with square stems growing up to 3 ft. Short stalked leaves are sharply pointed and oval shaped. Pointed spikes of pink flowers appear in late summer. Uses: Use leaves fresh, frozen or dried. The least pungent of the mints, used widely in cooking.

Medicinal uses: breath freshener

Used in spells relating to: Healing, Love, Wisdom. Protection from vertigo spells.

Bergamot - Monarda didyma (labiatae)

Description: Perennial with mat like roots that are somewhat invasive. Square stems grow up to 3 ft with rough oval serrated leaves that are dark green or red tinted, and large heads of tubular red flowers in late summer. Uses: Use the leaves and flowers fresh or dried. Used as an anti-depressant tea that can also relieve nausea and flatulence. Inhale infusion for colds and used for antiseptic properties for ulcers and wounds. CAUTION: may cause photosensitivity in some people. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: anti-depressant, nausea, flatulence, acne, ulcers

Bog Myrtle - Myrica gale (Myricaceae)

Description: Shrub with shiny red twiggy stems that grow up to 4 ft with long narrow gray-green leaves. Brown yellow seedpods appear in spring and are followed by orange waxy berries. Uses: Use leaves fresh, dried or distilled for essential oil. Use berries fresh or dried. Roots and bark are valuable as a source of yellow dye. Tea made from the leaves and sometime the berries is useful to treat dysentery and also as a flavoring for food. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, dysentery

Sweet Cicely - Myrrhis odorata (Umbelliferae)

Description: Bushy perennial with thick taproot and hollow grooved stems that grows up to 5 ft. Bright green and hairy sweetly scented leaves are soft and ferny. Umbels of small white flowers appear in summer followed by dark brown sharp-tipped seeds. Uses: Use leaves dried or fresh, seeds while still green or dried, roots dug up in fall, or whole green plant for medicinal purposes. Whole plant is gentle laxative and used in healing ointments. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gentle laxative, tonic

Used in spells relating to: Protection, Exorcism, Healing, Spirituality.

Myrtle - Myrtus communis (Myrtacae)

Description: Slow growing evergreen shrub with waxy oval shaped leaves and flaking reddish brown bark. Leaves are spotted with oil glands. White or pink scented flowers appear in late summer followed by dark purple berries. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried, flower buds dried, flowers fully opened, fruits fresh or dried and roots and bark also fresh or dried. Medicinally crushed leaves may be applied to heal external wounds, rashes and skin irritations. Juice of the berries is good for stomach and digestive ailments.

Medicinal uses: rashes and skin irritations, stomach and digestive ailments

Watercress - Nastrurtium officinale (Cruciferae)

Description: Lush aquatic evergreen perennial. Leaves are oval shaped, dark green and silky with older leaves turning a golden color. Small white flowers appear in summer followed by short fat pods containing 2 rows of seeds. Uses: Use older leafy stems fresh or dried and use seeds when ripe. Leaves are rich in vitamins C and A as well as minerals. Tea used as a cough remedy. Crushed leaves are applied in a poultice for rheumatism and gout. CAUTION: Do not consume large quantities, and collect from un-polluted water (plants in dirty water may be host to the dangerous liver fluke). Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: cough remedy, rheumatism, gout

Catmint - Nepeta cataria (Labiatae)

Description: Hairy perennial that grows in a dense leafy mound. Branching leafy stems grow up to 3 ft and bear light greenish gray heart shaped leaves. From summer to autumn bears persistent flowers that are white with mauve marking. Uses: Use leaves and flowering stems fresh or dried in the shade. Very well known for its popularity with cats. Leaves can be made into a mint-flavored tea for colds and nervous tension, flatulence and gastric disorders. Make into a poultice for cuts and bruises. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: nervous tension, flatulence, gastric disorders, cuts, bruises

Used in spells relating to: Enhance Power and Courage, Makes one fierce & vengeful in battle. Captures Love & Happiness.

Flowering Tobacco - Nicotiana alata (Solanaceae)

Description: Tropical perennial with fleshy roots and stems growing up to 6 ft. Capsules of small seeds follow long fragrant tubular white or pink flowers. Uses: Can be occasionally used as a stimulant for the nervous system.

Medicinal uses: stimulant

Basil - Ocimum basilicum

Description: Aromatic annual with little brittle stems only growing to about 2 ft. Leaves are oval and shiny, fleshy and dark green or red depending on variety. Creamy white flowers appear in midsummer. Uses: Use leaves fresh, frozen or dried in shade. Popular culinary flavoring that has been used since ancient times. Insect repellant and used medicinally to soothe pain, treat nervous stress, vomiting and headaches. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: vomiting, analgesic, stress, headaches

Used in spells relating to: Protection while flying

Evening Primrose - Oenothera biennis (Onagracae)

Description: Course biennial herb with a thick fleshy taproot. Long willow-like leaves grow in rosettes up stems. Flower stems grow up to 6 ft and bear large fragrant pale yellow flowers with red sepals in summer, with individual blooms lasting no more than a day, followed by an elongated seedpod. Uses: Use leaves shoots and flowers fresh and dried and roots dug in autumn or early the following spring. Leaves inhaled as a vapor to treat cough. Roots used in poultices for piles and boils. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: coughs, chest ailments

Olive - Olea europaea (Oleaceae)

Description: Slow growing evergreen tree with slender gray branches that grows up to 30 ft. Leaves are dark green narrow and oblong or pointed. Bears white fragrant flowers in summer, then bears olives. Uses: Use leaves, fruit soaked in brine or pressed for oil. Mainly cultivated for culinary uses, though sometimes used medicinally to treat minor wounds and in enemas or as a laxative.

Medicinal uses: laxative, enemas

Used in spells relating to: Peace

Oregano - Origanum vulgare (Labiatae)

Description: Bushy aromatic perennial with horizontal woody roots and reddish stems that grows up to 30 inches. Downy oval gray-green leaves and small clusters of tubular pink or mauve flowers in late summer. Uses: Use sprigs of leaves or flowers, or whole plant almost to the ground. Used as a digestive and expectorant, to treat sore throats and cough, and indigestion. Leaves are antiseptic and can be chewed for toothache, or added to a bath or poultice. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, expectorant, coughs, sore throats, indigestion

Royal Fern - Osmunda regalis (Osmundaceae)

Description: Dense perennial fern with tangled dense rootstock and elegant fronds that grow up to 6 ft. Uses: Use the main, thick roots medicinally and thinner roots for compost. Roots boiled in water to produce royal fern jelly which can be used to treat dysentery, coughs and pulmonary disorders. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks.

Medicinal uses: dysentery, coughs, pulmonary disorders

Rose Geranium - Pelagornium graveolens (Geraniceae)

Description: Perennial that is green and soft at first and grows into a woody shrub with light brown bark, up to 4 ft. Small pale pink flowers in bunches in summer and autumn. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried and all green parts for oil distillation. Rose scented leaves are known for culinary uses, mainly to scent desserts, cakes and teas. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Medicinal uses: insect repellent

Wild Parsley - Petroselinum crispum (Umbelliferae)

Description: Short lived perennial with rosettes of richly green leaves. In early summer bears flat topped bunches of yellow-green flowers follow by capsules of brown seeds. Uses: Use leaves, fresh, frozen or dried, roots dug in the winter and dried in shade and seed capsules when ripe. Used medicinally in a tea to treat a variety of complaint such as coughs, jaundice, menstrual problems, and urinary infections. CAUTION: Avoid parsley if pregnant or suffering from kidney inflammation. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: jaundice, coughs, menstrual problems, rheumatism, kidney stones

Jerusalem Sage - Phlomis fruticosa (Labiatae)

Description: Aromatic evergreen shrub with branching stems that grows up to 10 ft. Silver-green oblong leaves are wrinkled and covered with yellow hairs. Clear or yellow flowers appear in summer. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried in the sun. Mainly grown as an ornamental plant, though a sage-flavored tea can be made from the leaves. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours.

Greater Plantain - Plantago major (Plantaginaceae)

Description: Hard rooted perennial with a rosette of long stalked elliptical leaves that are deeply veined and pointed at the tip. Tall cylindrical spikes of small yellow-green flowers appear in the summer followed by a spike of seeds in a gelatinous pod. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried quickly in sun or shade and roots dug in winter and boiled. One of the 9 sacred Saxon herbs. Leaves are cooling and pain-relieving when crushed and can be applied in poultice or creams to treat wounds and abrasions. Can also be made into infusion to use as a gargle or eyebath. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: analgesic, gargle, eyewash, constipation, diarrhea

Wild Purslane - Prtulaca oleracea (Portulacaceae)

Description: Annual with fleshy stems that grow up to 12 in, bearing fleshy green or red-tinged leaves. Small yellow flowers appear in late summer followed by seed capsules full of tiny black seeds. Uses: Use leaves fresh and stems cut just above ground level before flowering. An infusion of the green plant is soothing and cooling, given for fevers, chest complaints and headaches, and applied to skin rashes and abrasions. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: fevers, headaches, chest complaints, skin rashes and abrasions

Salad Burnet - Poterium sanguisorba (Rosaceae)

Description: Clump forming perennial with tough woody roots and red branching stems that grow up to 2 ft. Bears gray-green ferny leaves and bright reddish brown petal less flowers in early summer. Uses: Use young leaves before flowering, whole green plant fresh or dried, and roots dug in spring and dried. Leaves are digestive and used in infusions to treat diarrhea. A decoction of the roots can be applied to cuts and burns. Roots also produce a black dye. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: diarrhea, hemorrhages

Selfheal - Prunella vulgaris (Labiatae)

Description: Downy perennial with square stems that grow up to 12 in. Long narrow ovular leaves are pointed and toothed. Bears pink, purple or white flowers in dense whorls in midsummer. Uses: Use green flowering plant fresh or dried in the shade. Used in the middle ages to treat throat conditions, internal bleeding and nervous complaints. Infusion used for mouthwashes and gargles for mouth ulcers and sore throats. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: styptic for wounds, mouthwash, mouth ulcers, sore throats, nervous complaints, internal bleeding

Lungwort - Pulmonaria officinalis (Boraginaceae)

Description: Downy perennial with spreading rootstock. Stems are hairy and grow up to 12 in. Leaves are oval and pointed and green with gray spots. Leaves are bell shaped and pink to begin with turning blue and appear in spring. Uses: Use young fresh leaves, whole flowering plant fresh or dried, and roots dug in winter, cut dried and powdered. Used in a tea to treat colds and bronchitis. Powdered roots and lower leaves are wound healing. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gastro-intestinal and pulmonary ailments, bronchitis, colds, wound-healing

Weld - Reseda luteola (Resedaceae)

Description: Course biennial with long and narrow wavy-edged leaves, leaf stems growing up to 5 ft. Bears a slim spike of small yellow flowers at the tip of leaf stems. Uses: Use whole green plant gathered at flowering time. Used traditionally as a dye, plant yielding yellow or reddish yellow colors.

Rosemary - Rosmarinus officinalis (Labiatae)

Description: Woody evergreen perennial growing up to 10 ft. Bushy stems with gray bark are covered with narrow aromatic leaves. Small blue flowers appear in early summer. Uses: Use leaves gathered at flowering time fresh or dried in the shade. Used medicinally to treat depression, migraine, and digestive or liver disorders. Leaves can also be made into an ointment to treat eczema, wounds, and rheumatism. CAUTION: Excessive quantities or frequent use may cause poisoning. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: migraine, digestion, neuralgia, rheumatism, eczema, mouthwash

Used in spells relating to: Protection from evil

Dyer's Madder - Rubia tinctorum (Rubiaceae)

Medicinal uses: constipation, liver and bladder disorders, skin ulcers, wound healing

Common Sorrel - Rumex rugosus (Polygonaceae)

Description: Leafy perennial with clumps of thick and shiny arrow shaped leaves at base of plant. Bears loose spikes of red flowers on leafy flower stems that branch up to 4 ft. Uses: Use young leaves and buds picked before flowering used fresh or stored frozen, dig roots in summer and use fresh. Often taken as a tonic and known to be cooling and blood-cleansing. Leaves made into a poultice for acne and other skin disorders. CAUTION: Handling raw leaves (which are high in oxalic acid) may cause skin irritations. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: blood-cleansing, acne, tonic, diarrhea

Rue - Ruta graveolens (Rutaceae)

Description: Evergreen perennial shrub with a woody base and stems that branch up to 3 ft. Aromatic green leaves resemble parsley and are dotted with oil glands. Small pungent yellow flowers appear in summer. Uses: Use leaves from flowering plant fresh or dried in shade. Leaves used to treat epilepsy, nervous complaints and uterine disorders. CAUTION: Only take internally while under medical supervision.

Medicinal uses: antidote for poisoning, varicose veins, uterine disorders, epilepsy

Used in spells relating to: Exorcisms and Healing. Attracts right love for you. Wisdom.

Sage - Salvia officnalis (Labiatae)

Description: Evergreen perennial shrub with square woody branching gray and wooly stems that grow up to 3 ft. Leaves are gray-green, soft and oblong. Bears whorls of blue flowers in summer. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried in shade picked before flowering. Infusion used to treat depression, liver disorders and nervous anxiety. Leaves are known for antiseptic properties and used in gargles for tonsillitis and laryngitis, and to freshen mouth and clean teeth. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: depression, anxiety, liver disorders, laryngitis, tonsillitis, menopause

Used in spells relating to: Protection, Wisdom, Wishes, Longevity, increase Lust.

Elder Berry - Sambucus nigra (Caprifoliaceae)

Description: Shrub or small tree with fissured bark and many straight branches growing up to 30 ft. Leaves are dull green, toothed and pungent. In midsummer flowering stems are red and bear broad flat-topped heads of small white fragrant flowers followed by edible black berries. Uses: Use leaves, flowers and fruits, fresh or dried. Roots and bark may be gathered and used as needed. Leaves are insect repellant and provide a soothing ointment for skin complaints. Flowers make a calming tea, soothe the eyes and add sweet fragrance to drinks and dishes. Fruits are used to treat throat infections, coughs and colds and to induce sweating. Bark is a laxative, root is used to treat kidney ailments. Berries also produce a blue-purple dye. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: insect repellent, skin complaints, coughs, colds, catarrh, throat infections, laxative

Santolina - Santolina chamaecyparissus (Compositae)

Description: Evergreen perennial shrub with pungent aroma. Branched stems are white and grow up to 20 in with silver gray filamentous leaves. Small fragrant yellow flowers appear in midsummer. Uses: Use leaves before flowering dried and stripped from the stalk. Use flowers fresh or dried. Used as a vermifuge and a moth repellant. Infusion of leaves rubbed onto the skin will help painful joints. Flowers can be made into a tonic tea. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: rheumatism, painful joints

Summer Savory - Satureja hortensis (Labiatae)

Description: Hairy annual with tough fragrant stems that grow up to 18 in. Bears long green leaves that are leathery and pointed and pink or white flowers in late summer. Uses: Use leaves gathered before flowering fresh or dried in the shade. Use flowering shoots fresh or dried. Infusion treats gastric problems and indigestion. Tea is tonic. Put flowering shoots between clothing to repel moths. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: gastric upsets, indigestion, loss of appetite, tonic

Field Scabious - Scabiosa arvenis (Dipsaceae)

Description: Evergreen perennial with long indented leaves, bristly stems that grow up to 3 ft, in late summer bears heads of mauve flowers followed by dense hairy seed heads. Uses: Use whole flowering herb and roots fresh or dried, roots can also be dug in autumn and used fresh or dried. Used in infusion to treat cuts, abrasions, itching and sores. Whole herb is used to treat dandruff. Also used homeopathically to treat eczema and other skin disorders. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: cuts, sores, abrasions, itching, dandruff

Skullcap - Scutellaria galericulata (Labiatae)

Description: Downy perennial herb with short stalks, ovular pointed leaves that are bluntly toothed and dark green with red veins underneath. Stems grow up to 12 in bear large slender tubular bright violet flowers in summer. Uses: Use all green parts during flowering fresh or dried. Treats digestive problems, used in infusion to treat depression, insomnia and headaches. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, digestive herb, nerve tonic, infusion, depression, headaches, insomnia, irritability

Used in spells relating to: Love, Happiness & Fidelity. Inspires others to give you gifts & money.

Biting Stonecrop - Sedum acre (Crassulaceae)

Description: Mat forming succulent perennial shrub with sprawling stems and branches that grow erect up to 8 in and are crowded with small circular leaves that are hot and peppery to the taste. In midsummer leafy stems extend to bear bright yellow 5 petalled flowers in loose clusters. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried in warmth. Plants were often grown on roof as a charm against lightening. Bruised leaves are soothing for wounds, bruises and minor burns. CAUTION: Slightly poisonous, internal use may cause dizziness and nausea. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: piles, wounds, abscesses, bruises, minor burns

Houseleek - Sempervivum tectorum (Crassulaceae)

Description: Fleshy perennial with very short-stemmed basal rosette of tightly packed dark green leaves that grow in spiral formation. In summer stem elongates up to 8 in. to form a thick flowering stem with clusters of small pink star-shaped blooms. Uses: Use leaves, sliced or pulped as needed. Sliced or crushed leaves are applied to stings, burns and rashes, and to cure warts and corns. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: stings, burns, rashes, itches, warts, corns

Used in spells relating to: Protection

Milk Thistle - Silybum marianum (Compositae)

Description: Prickly annual with downy white stems that grow up to 4 ft. Leaves are spiny, wavy and oblong, dark green with white veins. In midsummer bears red-purple thistly flowers. Uses: Use seedlings, young leaves and shoots, flower stems just before flowering, roots after flowering. Flower heads, fresh or dried in thin layers for warmth. Used to treat liver disorders since classic roman times, used in herbal infusions to treat abdominal ailments. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: liver disorders

Alexanders - Smyrnium olusatrum (Umbelliferae)

Description: Pungent biennial that grows up to 5 ft with solid stems and dark green divided leaves. Bears yellow-green in small umbels in midsummer followed by capsules of fragrant black seeds. Uses: Use young leaves, young stems after blanching with soil or straw, roots fresh or dried and ripe seeds. Root is used as a diuretic, and crushed leaves may be applied in poultice to heal minor cuts and abrasions. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: diuretic, cuts, minor abrasions

Golden Rod - Solidago virguaurea (Compositae)

Description: Perennial herb with downy slim leafy stems that occasionally branch and grow up to 5 ft. Leaves are narrow, ovular and toothed. In late summer bears tiny bright yellow flowers in panicles. Uses: Use green flowering plant before flower heads open, fresh or dried in the shade. Used in poultices for external wounds and infusions for fevers and digestive problems. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: fevers, digestive upsets, kidney and bladder ailments, rheumatism, arthritis

Common Chickweed - Stellaria media

Description: Fast growing sprawling annual, with weak stems that grow up to 18 in and small stalked oval yellow leaves. Bears tiny white flowers at any time. Uses: Use young stems and leaves fresh or dried. Fed to domesticated birds. Homeopathic remedy for rheumatism. A poultice of leaves and stems can be used to treat arthritis and joint pain, cuts and skin irritations. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: rheumatism, arthritis, joint pain, cuts, skin irritations, inflammation

Comfrey - Symphytum officinale (Boraginaceae)

Description: Rough perennial with clumps of upright hairy leaves around the base of plant and long pointed ovular leaves. Branched stems grow up to 4 ft and bear white pink or purple bell shaped flowers in summer. Uses: Use leaves fresh, dried or wilted, and roots fresh or cut lengthwise and dried in the sun. Leaves may be used in poultices for external wounds and eczema. CAUTION: Not to be taken internally, plant has proven to be carcinogenic in recent studies.

Medicinal uses: bronchitis, wounds, bruises, eczema

Used in spells relating to: Bring in Money, Remove wrinkles, Heals Sores, Safety while Travelling.

Feverfew - Tanacetum parthenium (Compositae)

Description: Downy perennial with branched stems that grow up to 3 ft. Leaves are pungent and yellow green, and divided into smaller rounded leaflets. In midsummer bears small white daisies with prominent yellow centers. Uses: Use leaves or whole green flowering plant, fresh or dried in the shade. Used as a tonic and to treat indigestion, and currently a popular treatment for migraine. Leaves are soothing when applied in poultice to aching joints and limbs. Whole flowering stems are insect repellant. CAUTION: Not to be taken during pregnancy, and fresh leaves can cause mouth ulcers. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic for indigestion, migraine, insect repellent

Dandelion - Taraxacum officinale (Compositae)

Description: Perennial with long stout taproot and a milky white sap. Flowers grow on tips of hollow reddish stems up to 18 in, are large sweet smelling and yellow in late spring to early autumn, followed by fluffy heads of seeds. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried in warmth, flowers when fully opened in the sun, roots dug in summer. Leaves are a diuretic and are dried to make tonic teas. Inside surface of stems soothes burns and stings. Also given for liver and gall-bladder complaints. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: diuretic, gall bladder and liver complaints

Wall Germander - Teucrium chamaedrys (Labiatae)

Description: Evergreen perennial with purple stems that grow up to 12 in. Leaves are ovular with rounded teeth. In summer bears dark purple, pink or white flowers. Uses: Use whole flowering plant, fresh or dried in the shade. Leaves are made into tonic teas and to treat digestive disorders. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: digestive and gall bladder disorders

Field Pennycress - Thlaspi arvense (Cruciferae)

Description: Annual with branched stems up to 18 in, oval leaves with a very strong smell. In spring and summer bears small white flower in spikes followed by black seedpods. Uses: Use leaves and young shoots before flowering, and seeds dried in the sun. Mainly know for culinary uses, leaves have a spicy flavor and seeds can be ground and used as a mustard. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Common Thyme - Thymus vulgaris (Labiatae)

Description: Aromatic perennial evergreen shrub with square stems that are woody at the base and grow upright up to 12 in. Leaves are small, gray-green and elliptical. Bears small flowers in summer that are fragrant and white. Uses: Use leaves and flowering tips fresh or dried in the sun. Leaves can be made into a tonic and stimulating tea, used to treat respiratory disorders and digestive complaints. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: respiratory disorders, loosening mucus, antiseptic, disinfectant

Red Clover - Trifolium pratense (Leguminosae)

Description: Annual with branching roots and stems that grow up to 20 in. Leaves are long stemmed and grow in bunches of three. Bears pink flowers in summer and autumn. Uses: Use flower heads fresh or dried in the shade. Made into a tea to aid sleeplessness. Medicinally used as an expectorant for respiratory disorders and to treat skin problems. Externally and infusion will sooth burns and sores. Flowers yield a yellow dye. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: promotes sleep, expectorant, respiratory disorders, eczema, psoriasis, burns, sores

Nasturtium - Tropaeolum majus (Tropaeolaceae)

Description: Perennial with thin creeping stems up to 10 ft. Leaves are bright green, flowers are orange in summer or autumn followed by spherical fruits containing three seeds each. Uses: Use leaves fresh or dried, flowers, seeds while green. An antiseptic and digestive herb, used to treat respiratory and urinary disorders. Seeds are crushed and used in poultices for sores and boils. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: Antiseptic and digestive herb, respiratory and urinary disorders

Coltsfoot - Tussilago farfara (Compositae)

Description: Perennial herb with red downy stems that grows up to 12 in. Bears dandelion like flowers that open in early spring followed by sturdy long stemmed fragrant leaves around the base of the plant in late spring. Uses: Use flowers before fully open fresh or dried in the shade, leaves in the summer fresh or cut up and dried in the shade. Leaves are used to treat coughing because of bronchitis and laryngitis, and is added to herbal smoking mixtures. Leaves and flowers may be applied to sores and ulcers in poultice. CAUTION: Roots not to be taken internally. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: bronchitis, laryngitis

Stinging Nettle - Urtica dioica (Urticaceae)

Description: Perennial herb with stems which grow up to 6 ft. Leaves are oblong and covered in stinging hairs, bears tiny yellow flowers some hanging like catkins (female) and others in spikes (male) in summer and fall. Uses: Use leaves gathered before flowering fresh or dried in the sun. Mature leaves are laxative and expectorant in infusion. CAUTION: Handle with care, may cause "nettle rash" if handled too frequently with bare hands. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: laxative, expectorant

Valerian - Valeriana officinalis (Valerianaceae)

Description: Perennial with strong smelling roots and stout tubular stems that grow up to 4 ft. Leaves are bright green with 2-10 pairs of shiny ovular leaflets. In summer bears small white or pink flowers. Uses: Use roots that are at least 2 years old and gathered after the leaves fall fresh or dried in the shade. Mildly sedative and used to treat anxiety, tension, insomnia, colic and cramp. Used externally for eye problems. CAUTION: Large doses or extended use can lead to addiction. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks.

Medicinal uses: antispasmodic, mild sedative, tension, anxiety, insomnia, migraine, nervous ailments, colic, cramp, eye problems

Used in spells relating to: Love, Sleep, Purification, Protection.

Green False Hellebore - Veratrum viride (Liliaceae)

Description: Clump forming perennial with thick roots, and elliptical ribbed leaves. Hairy stems grow up to 5 ft and bear branched spikes of start shaped yellow flowers in summer. Uses: Use roots dug in autumn, cut in pieces and then dried in the sun or in warmth. Used by North American Indians as an arrow poison. CAUTION: Not to be used as a home remedy, HIGHLY toxic.

Medicinal uses: anti-parasitic, blood pressure

Used in spells relating to: Exorcising evil spirits, Revenge upon someone, Force enemy to move away.

Vervain - Verbena officinalis (Verbanaceae)

Description: Branching perennial with slim angular stems that grow up to 3 ft. Bears long 3 lobed leaves that are dull green and toothed. Small light purple flowers appear in thin spikes in late summer. Uses: Use green flowering plant fresh or dried in the sun or in warmth. Used in Middle Ages to ward off the plague. Used medicinally to treat stomach and liver disorders. A tea is stimulant and reduces fever and nervous tension. Externally used for eye and skin problems. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: dropsy, rheumatism, stomach and liver disorders, fevers and nervous tension, eye complaints

Used in spells relating to: Archangel Anael, Sleep, Love potions, Youth.

Heath Speedwell - Veronica officinalis

Description: Hairy perennial with creeping stems that may grow erect up to 12 in. Small leaves in opposite pairs are ovular and finely toothed. In summer bears bright blue flowers with a white eye in clusters. Uses: Use whole green flowering plant fresh or dried in shade or in a warm room. Used as a tonic for the liver, digestive and intestinal complaints. Fresh juice used for skin complaints. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: tonic, liver , digestive and intestinal complaints, skin ailments

Lesser Periwinkle - Vinca minor (Apocynaceae)

Description: Evergreen perennial with stems that root at the leaf nodes, and leafy flowering stems that grow up to 2 ft. In early summer bears green glossy ovular leaves and pale blue flowers with lighter centers. Uses: Use green flowering plant in spring fresh or dried. Used as a gargle for sore throats, and as an astringent for wounds. Also taken in a tea to reduce blood pressure and hypertension. CAUTION: Large amounts may be toxic, causing circulatory disorders. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: sore throat, astringent and styptic for wounds, sores, ulcers, blood pressure and hypertension

Wild Pansy - Viola tricolor (Violaceae)

Description: Almost evergreen annual with hollow stems that grow up to 8 in. Leaves are ovular and indented. Bears flowers that are yellow and purple with white markings from spring to fall followed by seedpods filled with shiny seeds that split into 3 sections when ripe. Uses: Use green flowering herb and root fresh or dried in the shade. Used in a tonic to treat high blood pressure, colds and indigestion. Cleanses the blood. Also used for skin disorders such as eczema and acne. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Decoction: used to prepare barks, roots and berries 4 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 2 ounces fresh herb; finely chop herbs in a pan and cover with the water (which should be cold). Bring this mixture to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes. Then strain the liquid off and press as much of the remaining liquid out of the herbs as possible. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 2 weeks. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: mild heart tonic, blood pressure, indigestion, colds, cleanses blood and induces perspiration, rheumatic conditions, skin disorders, acne and eczema

Chaste Berry - Vitex agnus-castus (Verbenaceae)

Description: Fragrant shrub or small tree that grows up to 20 ft. Bears palmate leaves on downy shoots. In autumn small aromatic violet flowers appear in dense trusses growing up to 12 in long followed in autumn by black berries. Uses: Use fruits picked in the fall fresh or dried in the shade. Flowers reputed to be a male aphrodisiac. Infusion: Used to prepare more delicate parts of plants. 3 cups of water to 1 ounce dry herb or 1.5 ounce of fresh herbs; pour the freshly boiled water over herbs in a pot, cover the pot and let the herbs steep for at least 10 minutes. Strain and serve. Refrigerate unused portions, lasts up to 24 hours. Tincture: A tincture is a good solution for long term treatment as will store for up to two years. 8 ounces of dried herb, 1.5 cups of alcohol (grain alcohol like Everclear), and 4 cups of water; Chop your herbs up finely and put them in a glass jar with a good tight fitting lid. Pour the liquid over the herbs and tighten the lid. Keep the jar in a warm, dark place for 2 weeks. Shake the jar every two days. After the two weeks, strain the liquid off through cheesecloth into a clean colored glass jar and store away from heat and direct sunlight.

Medicinal uses: Menopause

Used in spells relating to: Chastity, aphrodisiac

Anise Seed -

Used in spells relating to: Stimulate mind and body & psychic ability. Used to help ward off evil eye.

Cedarwood chips -

Used in spells relating to: Enhance Healing, Purification, Money, Protection.

Cinnamon Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Purify a Room, Increases intensity of Love Affair, Psychic, Money, and Healing

Cloves Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Banish Evil, Gaining what is sought, Clears the head, Friendship.

Couchgrass root -

Used in spells relating to: Attract a new lover

Cubeb Berries -

Used in spells relating to: Meet and control new mate. All to look upon You with desire.

Devil's Claw -

Used in spells relating to: Exorcism, Love, Protection, Lust.

Fuller's Earth Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Causes or takes away warts.

Galangal Root -

Used in spells relating to: Winning a jury trial, Doubles Money, Hex breaking, Sex.

Ginger Root -

Used in spells relating to: Fast results as a Love potion. Money, Success, Power.

Hydrangea Root Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Hex breaking.

Jasmine -

Used in spells relating to: Promote Psychic dreams, Used in Love Potions, Money and Divination.

Juniper Berries -

Used in spells relating to: Protection, Moderating Anger, psychic senses.

Kava Kava Root Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Aphrodisiac. Protection from harm while traveling.

Mistletoe Leaf -

Used in spells relating to: Protection, Love, Hunting, Fertility, Health, Exorcism.

Orrhis root -

Used in spells relating to: Attracting a specific man's love, attracts opposite sex. Dreams.

Passion Flower -

Used in spells relating to: Keeping out anger and mistrust. To be lucky in Love affairs. Peace.

Patchouly Leaf -

Used in spells relating to: Breaking any spell. Bring back a lost love. Lose enemies.

Sandalwood Red Powder -

Used in spells relating to: Protection, Wishes, Healing, Exorcism, Spirituality.

Sea Salt -

Used in spells relating to: Cleansing crystals & magic mirrors. Purification & Protection, Magickal & ritual.

Wormwood -

Used in spells relating to: Removes Hexes, Black magic & voodoo.

Yellowdock -

Used in spells relating to: Healing, Money, Fertility, Increase business, Good Fortune, Protection.

Yerba Santa -

Used in spells relating to: Spiritual protection and help. Healing, Beauty, and Strength.

Sweet Rocket -

Description: Large green leaves that resemble dandelion. Leafy main stems branch out growing up to 2 ft, producing flowers with loose beige petals then followed by crisp seedpods. Use: Use leaves when mature, seedpods while still ripe and juicy or seeds when seedpods are crisp. The seeds from the crisp seedpods are used to treat bruises.

Crab Apple - pyrus malus

The composition of the apple fruit varies with variety, climatic conditions during the growing season, and the stage of maturity. The apple is not strictly speaking a herb, rather it is a fruit. However, it is mentioned in the nine herbs charm and so is included here for completeness.

Medicinal uses: Antispetic and a tonic. A rich source of various vitamins, trace elements, amino acids and flavanoids. Malic acid is the principal acid of the fruit, hence its latin name. It is useful in the management of immunomediated diseases, and contains an antifungal constituent. It reduces skin inflammation and helps in removing dead skin fragments.