-use: leaves and flowers
-may alleviate indigestion, diarrhea; cough remedy; lotion is a natural antiseptic; used for a variety of
respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and whooping cough; helpful for
laryngitis, tonsillitis, sore throats; may relieve menstrual cramps
-infusion 1 cup three times daily
Uva - Ursi (Arctostaphylas uva-ursi) [bearberry]
-use: leaves
-strengthens urinary tract system; may help with certain urinary tract infections; diruretic qualities
may help with PMS bloating
-infusion 1 cup three times daily; tincture 1/4 to 1 tsp. three times daily
*not for pregnant or nursing mothers or if kidney involvement
*may turn urine dark green
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)
-can help relieve tension and stress; used to treat insomnia; may ease menstrual cramps and PMS; can
relieve gas and intestinal cramps; useful with low grade fevers and colds
-infusion 1 cup at bedtime; tincture 1 tsp. three times daily; capsules as directed
Vervain (Verbena officinalis) [herb-of-the-cross, simple's joy, verbena]
-use: flowers and leaves
-may be useful to treat headaches, toothaches and wounds; reduces inflammation; provides mild pain
relief; relieves tension and stress; may relieve fevers
-infusion 1 cup before bedtime; tincture 1 tsp. three times daily
