Scientific name: Stellaria media Other Names: Adder’s Mouth, Passerina, Satin Flower, Starweed, Starwort, Stitchwort, Tongue-Grass, Winterweed Habitat: The plant is found worldwide. Leaves, Stem and Root The plant is 5 to 30 cm high. The stem is decumbent and weak,… Read More »Chickweed
Chickweed, scientifically known as Stellar maria, is a herb that is traditionally used to combat health conditions including obesity and dietary insufficiencies. It is however more popularly known for its skin healing abilities. Chickweed is administered both internally and externally… Read More »How To Make Chickweed Salve / Ointment For Skin Conditions
What are herbs? A herb can be described as ‘any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavouring, food, medicine, or perfume.’ This article focuses on the medicinal uses of herbs, looking at some of the ways we can… Read More »Ways We Use Herbs (Herbal Preparations)
Common Name Parts Used Latin Name Family Properties & Uses Chemical Constituent Abelmosk seeds Hibiscus moschatus Malvaceae nervine, perfume, aphrodisiac, demulcent Acacia gum resin Acacia senegal, A. vera Leguminoseae gum, sweets, adhesives, demulcent gums, tannins Alfalfa leaves, sprouts Medicago sativa… Read More »Herbs, Parts Used, Properties & Uses
