Native Herb Garden

Native Herb Garden. . Humans have always had a close relationship with plants as they evolved. Using roots, leaves, flowers and berries for food, clothing, rope, shelter, feed for animals, and for medicine. Even though little has been written, herbal lore has been inherited from Native Americans through oral records, and their use of herbs for healing and rituals is well known. They have given us knowledge of, and access, to some particulary valuable herbs, and these two herbal gardens represent a few of these plants., Amsonia (Bone of the Milkweed) Indians used it for venereal disease and remedy for the bites of mad dogs. , Asclepias (Milkweed Family) Token internally repels witches and for the removal of warts from the skin. , Basil - Seeds used against the poison of serpents, also for nervous disorders, rheumatic pains, snuff and headaches. , Bee Balm - Indian tribes used it for colds and bronchial complaints. , Eupatorium Bonaset (Indian sage) the tops and leaves were made into a solution and used for a tonic in relieving a fever and evacuation of bowels. Borage - Enhances psychic powers and stimulates courage. Possibly used by warriors in the wine before a battle. , Catnip (Mint family)-The root when chewed is rumored to make the most gentleperson fierce and quarrelsome. Rats dislike the plant intensely. , The juice drunk in wine is good for bruises, green caves bruised and made into an ointment is effective for piles. , Camomile - Expels worms, parasites, helps eliminate dandruff. , Coneflower - The root is used as an herbal immune system stimulant. Coriander - (Fresh leave is called Cilantrol). Used since early ancient time by the Greeks and Romans. Seeds good for the stomach. , Dandelion - Leaves and roots used as a diuretic, liver, jaundice, indigestion, and also as a spring Dried root is ground for coffee substitute. , Dill - Used for hiccups and flatulence. Used by magicians for their "spells and charms against witchcraft. , Feverfew - Planted around dwelling to purify the atmosphere and ward off disease. Used to reduce fever and migraine headaches. Tincture used for insect bits, vermin bites, and "lowness of spirits". , Lambs Ears - Used by Native Americans in their moccasins for comfort and to keep their feet dry. , Lavender - An infusion used for insect bits. , Mint - Repels moths and mice, and used for indigestion. , Nettles - Used flowers and root for hemorrhage and for eczema. , Oregano - Used for toothache, deafness, and a tea for stomach. , Parsley - Used for dropsy and heart. , Rosemary - Strengthens brain and memory, also good for completion, good luck, and breaking spells. , Rue - Used for eyesight, against witches and spells, and kills fleas. Sage - Used for snuff and as a tea for the stomach, senses and memory, palsy, and sore throat. , Savory - Relieves colic, bee sting, clears sight, and lethargy. , Spearmint - Stomach ailments and whitening teeth. , Marjoram - Used for colds, snuff, and to purge the brain, also for sprains and bruises. , Thyme - Used to repel moths, nightmares, hangovers, neuralgia, and "falling sickness. , Tarragon - Sweetens breath, heals bites form mad dogs and dragons. , Willow (Aspirin) - Used for whooping cough, hiccups and asthma. , Yarrow - Used for nose bleeds, ague, snuff, stimulant, and tonic.