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1. Anise (appx. 100 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Digestive-aid, anti-flatulence agent, fights coughs and colds.
Anise has a long history of medicinal use. It is still used all over the world as a digestive-aid and anti-flatulence agent. Anise has also been used for centuries relieve coughs and colds. In fact, scientists have even proven that the essential oils in the Anise seeds DO have expectorant properties.
Anise can be used as a tea or syrup to aid in the relief from cough and congestion. Try a simple tea made from crushed seeds after a large meal - you will be surprised at how effective it can be.
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2. Basil, Genovese (appx. 120 seeds)
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Medicinal Properties | Basil has been used for thousands of years as a culinary and medicinal herb. It acts principally on the digestive and nervous systems, easing flatulence, stomach cramps, colic and indigestion.
Basil also contains large amounts of (E)-beta-caryophyllene (BCP), which may have a use in treating inflammatory bowel diseases and arthritis.
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3. Lemon Balm (appx. 80 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | The lemon balm plant produces beautiful lemon scented leaves. - The leaves are typically used in teas, sauces, salads, soups, stews, and drinks. Lemon Balm tea is said to stimulate the heart and calms the nerves. A variety native of Europe. Perennial.
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4. Chervil, French Parsley (appx. 100 seeds)
- Chervil, aka French Parsley has many various traditional uses. Chervil is "a delicate annual herb related to parsley. It is commonly used to season mild-flavoured dishes." (source)
Pregnant women were bathed in an infusion of it; a lotion of it was used as a skin cleanser; and it was used medicinally as a blood purifier.
It was also claimed to be useful as a digestive aid, for lowering high blood pressure, and, infused with vinegar, for curing hiccups!
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5. Sage (appx. 25 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | The sage leaves can also be used as a digestive and nerve tonic.
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6. Chamomile
- Medicinal Properties | Chamomile is sometimes known as "the plant doctor", because it is thought to help the growth and health of many other plants, especially ones that produce essential oils. It is thought to increase production of those oils, making certain herbs, like mints (spearmint, sage, oregano) and basil stronger in scent and flavour.
These plants are best known for their ability to be made into a tea which is commonly used to help with sleep and is often served with either honey or lemon.
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7. Cilantro/Coriander (appx. 80 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Coriander contains antioxidants. It has also been used as a folk medicine for the relief of anxiety and insomnia.
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Coriander has also been documented as a traditional treatment for diabetes.
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8. Dill (appx. 100 seeds)
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Medicinal Properties | Dill has a very long history of herbal use going back more than 2,000 years. The seeds are a common and very effective household remedy for a wide range of digestive problems. An infusion is especially efficacious in treating gripe in babies and flatulence in young children.
The seed is aromatic, carminative, mildly diuretic, galactogogue, stimulant and stomachic. It is also used in the form of an extracted essential oil.
Used either in an infusion, or by eating the seed whole, the essential oil in the seed relieves intestinal spasms and griping, helping to settle colic. Chewing the seed improves bad breath. Dill is also a useful addition to cough, cold and flu remedies, it can be used with antispasmodics such as Viburnum opulus to relieve period pains.
Dill will also help to increase the flow of milk in nursing mothers and will then be taken by the baby in the milk to help prevent colic.
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9. Fennel (appx. 100 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Fennel has a long history of herbal use and is a commonly used household remedy, being useful in the treatment of a variety of complaints, especially those of the digestive system.
The seeds, leaves and roots can be used, but the seeds are most active medicinally and are the part normally used. An essential oil is often extracted from the fully ripened and dried seed for medicinal use, though it should not be given to pregnant women.
An infusion is used in the treatment of indigestion, abdominal distension, stomach pains etc. It helps in the treatment of kidney stones and, when combined with a urinary disinfectant like Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, makes an effective treatment for cystitis.
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10. Amaranth (appx. 80 seeds)
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Medicinal Properties | Do you have grey hair? Amaranth helps to prevent premature graying, mainly due to the minerals it contains. It helps to lower bad cholesterol and also can reduce inflammation and ease pain. Especially important for people suffering from diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Great for tackling high blood pressure and may even help prevent cancer. Don't forget it is a wonderful source of protein.
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11. Mint, Lemon (appx. 100 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Annual plant that is covered with beautiful pinkish purple colored flowers.
- Lemon scented leaves that can be used as a replacement for lemon in any dish or tea. Plant grows to about 18" tall.
- These flowers are also great at attracting bees and hummingbirds - perfect for pollinating the other plants in your garden!
- In skin care, Lemon Mint leaves can be rubbed directly on the skin to fight off mosquitoes.
- The dried leaves can also be infused in oil made into lotions for soothing the skin.
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12. Rue (appx. 90 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Rue has a long history of use as a domestic remedy, being especially valued for its strengthening action on the eyes. The plant contains flavonoids (notably rutin) that reduce capillary fragility, which might explain the plants reputation as an eye strengthener.
The whole herb is abortifacient, anthelmintic, antidote, antispasmodic, carminative, emetic, emmenagogue, expectorant, haemostatic, ophthalmic, rubefacient, strongly stimulant, mildly stomachic and uterotonic.
The tops of fresh shoots are the most active medicinally, they should be gathered before the plant flowers and can be used fresh or dried. An infusion is used in the treatment of hysterical affections, coughs, flatulence etc.
The juice of the plant has been used in treating earaches and chewing a leaf or two is said to quickly bring relief from giddiness, nervous headaches, palpitations etc. An alkaloid found in the plant is abortifacient, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.
A homeopathic remedy is obtained from the fresh herb, harvested in early summer shortly before flowering begins. This is used in the treatment of a variety of complaints including eye strain, headache and sprains.
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13. Summer Savory (appx. 220 seeds)
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The Summer Savory plant grows tasty peppery flavored leaves. This is the herb to use if you want to flavor beans, cabbage, peas, and any other dishes.
Widely used as a medicinal herb for curing sore throats. Use the leaves to make some tea and you'll be feeling great!
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14. Wormwood (appx. 350 seeds)
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Medicinal Properties | Wormwood is a very bitter plant with a long history of use as a medicinal herb. It is valued especially for its tonic effect on the liver, gallbladder and digestive system, and for its vermicidal activity. It is an extremely useful medicine for those with weak and under-active digestion.
Wormwood increases stomach acid and bile production, improving digestion and the absorption of nutrients. It also eases wind and bloating and, if taken regularly, helps the body return to full vitality after a prolonged illness. Use with caution, the plant should be taken internally in small doses for short-term treatment only, preferably under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. It should not be used by children or pregnant women.
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15. Yarrow (appx. 100 seeds)
- Medicinal Properties | Yarrow has a high reputation and is widely employed in herbal medicine, administered both internally and externally.
It is used in the treatment of a very wide range of disorders but is particularly valuable for treating wounds, stopping the flow of blood, treating colds, fevers, kidney diseases, and menstrual pain.
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