Take a Look at these 5 Perfect Plants

1. Dandelion

Known by most as a hostile weed, dandelion is actually a versatile and beneficial plant. The flowers can be used to make delicious wine, and the root can be used as a healthy substitute for coffee – or as plant medicine. Even the leaves can be used as an interesting ingredient in a salad! Used as a tincture, dandelion root is a liver tonic and a fat burner. It is also good for jaundice, arthritis, eczema and psoriasis. Get some dandelion root tincture here.

2. Elderberry

The go-to plant medicine for immunity! Rich in vitamin C and iron, elderberry is an excellent flu and cold remedy. Elderberry is antiviral, packed full of bioflavonoids and has twice the antioxidants of blueberries. It can be taken to treat fevers, nasal catarrh, night sweats, sinusitis, tonsillitis, inflammation of the mouth, throat and trachea and is also tummy medicine and can be a diuretic and a laxative. You can order your elderberry tincture here.

3. Sage

Sage is not associated with wisdom for no reason… it is a vital plant medicine for those struggling with mental acuity and offers long-term protection against dementia. It helps with excessive sweating, menopause-related symptoms like hot flashes, and is also an effective plant medicine for treating laryngitis. It can be taken as a tincture or as a refreshing tea which helps heal sore throats and toothaches when gargled. Sage is also delicious when used in cooking a variety of dishes.

4. Yarrow

Every plant medicine collection should have yarrow in. It is antimicrobial, and a few drops of the tincture or the powder helps staunch blood flow, disinfects and heals wounds. Yarrow is also invaluable in alleviating menstrual cramps and to regulate flow, and is known as a remedy for high blood pressure. Yarrow tincture is available for purchase here.

5. Lemon Balm

Known as a friendly herb, lemon balm makes a delicious and calming tea with a delicate citrus flavour. It is well-known for reducing anxiety and enhancing moods and it can also alleviate digestive ailments like flatulence and colic. Lemon balm is also used as plant medicine in the treatment of fevers and can help with insomnia, especially when used in conjunction with other herbs. You can buy the tincture here.

Once you have the basics in your plant medicine collection, there is no turning back. You will enjoy the effects so much that your collection will keep growing!