10 Easy to Find Wild Medicinal Herbs
by Purple Herbal
It’s sad to think that almost all of these plants are considered weeds by most people. Little do they realize how powerfully medicinal they are in treating many dis-eases of the human body.
Now that it’s almost summer, it’s become easy to find these useful medicinal herbs outside in nature. On my daily walks through the woods near my house, I always see these herbs growing.
Thought I’d share some pictures so that you may be able to find them too. If you plan on harvesting these herbs in the wild, please make sure that no fertilizers were used nearby where they grow.
Dandelion
A great liver and blood cleanser. It’s a diuretic. Helps clear up kidney infections, liver disorders, joint inflammation, and skin conditions. A powerful detoxifying herb. The whole plant can be used. The young leaves in the spring make a wonderful salad green. The root can be made into a decoction or tincture to use medicinally.
Burdock
Known for it’s purple prickly seeds that stick to anything the come in contact with! The root is a powerful detoxifying agent. Also acts as a diuretic and laxative. The root made into a decoction or tincture helps to cure skin disorders and arthritic conditions. The leaves may also be used on the skin and heal poison ivy and oak.
Yellow Dock
Detoxifying herb. Helps heal skin conditions, liver disorders, and poor digestion. Compounds in the roots have been shown to get rid of arsenic and lead in the system. Young leaves are a great source of vitamin A.
Plantain
Applied externally as a poultice, the leaves are great at healing infections, stings, and bug bites. Helps to stop bleeding. An infusion of the leaves is good for colds and flus. A decoction of the roots is helpful for the kidneys and digestive system. In ancient times, this plant was used for almost every medical condition.
Motherwort
Great for calming the nerves and relieving heart palpitations and other heart conditions. Promotes relaxation. A very bitter herb.
Red Clover
Helps reduce symptoms of menopause and osteoporosis because of its high isoflavone content. Improves blood flow. May prevent some forms of cancer. Great remedy for skin conditions.
Catnip
Great remedy for digestive issues. Reduces fever caused by a cold or flu. Relieves colic in babies. Helps stomach and digestive problems.
Red Raspberry Leaf
The tea helps to increase mother’s milk after giving birth. Used by women to strengthen their reproductive systems.
Yarrow
Anti-inflammatory, blood purifier, and improves circulation. Native Americans chewed the leaves to relieve toothaches. Excellent remedy for colds and flu.
St. John’s Wort
Widely known as a treatment for depression. May be helpful for PMS. Oil made from the leaves is helpful in relieving wounds and abrasions.
