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Curative Effect of the Burnet Herbal Plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Burnet herbal plant is in lot of legend in Europe and also in North America. A Hunnish’s legend said that the Healers use this herbal plant to cure of the bleeding wounds on the warriors of the Csaba King after the battles.

The Burnet herb is native in whole Europe beside the northern part of the continent.

The Latin name of the name Burnet herbal plant is the Sanguisorba, this is meaning blood absorber because in the Ancient Ages the people use as staunching of bleeding and herbal cure of the wounds. In the war of independence of the America the soldiers drank herbal tea from the Burnet herb, night before battle because they did not want to die in bleeding wounds. The common name Burnet came from the French, brunette word, referring to the chestnut red bloom. The gardeners in the Middle Age favored the Burnet herbal plant because this plant green and fresh in the whole winter and provided the springlike color in the gardens.

burnet herbal plant

Latin Name: Sanguisorba minor

Alternate Names: Garden Burnet, Salad Burnet, Diyu (Chinese name of the Burnet herbal plant)

Family: ROSACEAE

Useful part of the Burnet herbal plant: root, leaves,

The main natural herbal remedies of Burnet: Diaphoretic, Vulnerary, Alterative, Tonic, Antibacterial, Hemostatic, Antiemetic, Diuretic, Astringent, Digestive Tonic,

Main application of the Burnet medical herbal: Dysmenorrhea, Ulcers, Diarrhea, Tooth Decay, Dysentery,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Burnet herbal plant: You can make Burnet herbal tea or buy Burnet herbal tincture, Burnet herbal capsules or dried Burnet herb in any herbal shops, herbal stores or pharmacy.

You can use Burnet herbal plant to prevent of the tooth decay.

The most common situation when you can use Burnet herbal medicine: Eczema, Hemorrhoids, Wounds, Bleeding, Sunburn, Bleeding Gums, Periodontal Disease, Burns,

The most common applications of Burnet: If you use the tincture of the Burnet herbal plant as a compress you can use a herbal cure for to decrease of the bleeding. You can use also the Burnet herbal tincture as a wash for sunburn. The salve which was made form Burnet herb is very good herbal medicine for wounds, hemorrhoids, eczema and burns. I also recommend you the toothpastes which were made from Burnet herbal plant and mouthwashes which were made from Burnet herbal tincture if you want to treat bleeding gums and prevent the periodontal disease.

Culinary uses of Burnet herbal plant: You can put the young Burnet leaves in several meals and drinks like summer drinks, salads fish sauces, dressings, soups, cheeses. This young leaves give a fine nutty and cucumber flavors to these meals. If you eat the flowers of the Burnet herbal plant you can decrease of the depression and make better blood flowing as that John Gerard the herbalist said the flower make the heart glad and merrie. If you want to make a special flavored beer you can use the Burnet herbal plant as a spice.

Flavour of the Burnet herbal plant: Sour, Bitter, Cold.

The main active agent of the Burnet herbal plant: catechin, vitamin C, tannins (sanguisorbic acid), procyanidinsgum, phenolic acid (dilactone),

If we speak about the Burnet herbal plant we should know that this name is referring to two species Sanguisorba minor and Sanguisorba officinalis (Greater Burnet). We call the Sanguisorba minor some times for Poterium officinalis.

Curative Effect of the Buckthorn Herbal Plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Buckthorn herbal plant is very good laxative herbal medicine. You can use as an herbal medicine the bark of the branch which is thicker as your finger. The slimmer Buckthorn branch is useless if you want to make laxative herbal tea or other herbal medicine. The collection time of the Buckthorn branch is between April to August.

The bitter material of the Buckthorn herbal plant helps to increase the digestion. An active agent of the Buckthorn herbal plant (name is anthraquinones) have a laxative potency. You can use the Buckthorn herbal plant antifungal potency which is very effective against Fusarium, Trichophytum and Aspergillus.

buckthorn leaves

The wood of Buckthorn herbal plant is strong and hard. In the past the people use the wood of the Buckthorn to make nails, veneer and shoes. The charcoal which is made from Buckthorn plant was used by gunpowder makers.

Keep in your mind: You must not use Buckthorn herbal medicines during pregnancy. You should use only dried, not undried, bark. Buckthorn herbal plant is very effective purgative herbal medicine, so if you use this you should be very careful during the herbal cure. You must not use this if you have hemorrhoids, ulcers and colitis. Berries of the Buckthorn are toxic and this part of Buckthorn herbal plant can cause strong vomiting. You can feel same effect if you overdose the Buckthorn herbal plant.

Latin Name: Rhamnus frangula

Alternate Names: Alder Buckthorn

Family: RHAMNACEAE

Useful part of the Buckthorn herbal plant: berries, bark,

The main natural herbal remedies of Buckthorn: Depurative, Purgative, Alterative, Laxative, Antifungal, Galactagogue, Bitter Tonic, Diuretic, Cathartic,

Main application of the Buckthorn medical herbal: Herpes, Pulmonary Edema, Arthritis, Parasites, Cancer, Obesity, Constipation, Liver Stagnation, Gallstones, Lead Poisoning, Gout, Jaundice, Hemorrhoids,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Buckthorn herbal plant: You can make Buckthorn herbal tea or buy Buckthorn herbal tincture, Buckthorn capsules or Buckthorn dried herb in any herbal shops, herbal stores or pharmacy. You can make syrup from the Berries of the Buckthorn.

The most common situation when you can use Buckthorn herbal medicine: you can use Buckthorn herb against of the warts

The most common applications of Buckthorn: You can make a very effective compress on warts.

Flavor of the Buckthorn herbal plant: Cold, Bitter,

The main effective agent of the Buckthorn herbal plant: vitamin C, anthraquinones (aloe-emodin, emodin, chrysophanol), glycoside and flavonoid

If we speak about the Buckthorn herbal plant we should know that this name concerning to two different species: Rhamus frangula and Rhamus cathartica (Common Buckthorn).

Curative Effect of the Borage Herbal Plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Borage herbal plant easy grows close to everywhere where you want to cultivate. You can use the Borage herbal plant the curative power as a medicine and also you can make delicious salad and soup from this herb.

borage flower

You can use the oil from seeds of Borage herbal plant menopausal and menstrual problems, arthritis, eczema and rheumatism. The flowers of Borage herb stimulating the adrenal glands this effect can cause more aggression and increase the courage and the psychical activity.

The name of this useful herbal plant came from the Celtic borrach word, this mean courage. Some people said that the Borage word come from the Latin borra word. However some assert that the name might be derived from the Latin borra, it’s meaning rough hair they think this word correspond to the shape or forms of the Borage stems and leaves.

John Gerard who was an herbalist in 1597, wrote (in Latin language) ‘ego borago gaudia semper ago’, which is mean that the Borage always give courage for you.

In the Middle Ages the knights believe if the flowers of the Borage embroidered on their mantles these will give their more courage. The herbalist used as an herb which can give happiness, bring comfort and to raise the people spirits.

If you grow borage herbal plant in your garden you can keep away the tomato worms.

Keep in your mind: If you eat to much from the leaves this could cause toxicity in your liver this can cause the pyrrolizidine alkaloids. These alkaloids are not in the oil of the Borage seed.

Latin Name: Borago officinalis

Alternate Names: Burrage, Bugloss,

Family: BORAGINACEAE

Useful part of the Borage herbal plant: flowers, leaves, oil from seeds and roots.

The main natural herbal remedies of Borage: Emollient, Tonic, Antirheumatic, Refrigerant, Aperient, Mucilaginous, Decongestant, Galactagogue, Diaphoretic, Febrifuge, Diuretic,

Main application of the Borage medical herbal: Fever, Worry, Anxiety, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Pleurisy, Bronchitis, Menstrual Problems, Catarrh, Menopause, Convalescence, Hypertension, Cough, Grief, Depression,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Borage herbal plant: You can make Borage tea or buy Borage herbal tincture, Borage capsules, dried herb and Borage Juice in any herbal shops, herbal stores or pharmacy. You can buy also Borage Oil capsules.

The most common applications of Borage: Skin Dryness, Bruises, Rash, Eczema, Inflammation, Eye Soreness,

The most common applications of Borage: You cam use the infusion of the Borage herbal plant as a compress on sore or sensitive eyes. The Borage herbal plant is very useful if you want to make poultice for bruises, eczema and inflammations. The salve which made from Borage herb is a very good for several skin complaints. If you skin is dry skin you can make or buy face-pack. The Borage herbal plant is excellent bath herb if you want to use for dry skin.

Culinary uses of Borage herbal plant: You can make salads with the flowers but you should remove spiky backs. The Borage herbal plant is excellent for garnish, you can take into cakes and you can make candy from this fine plant. You can make good salad from the young leaves. The taste is similar but not same like cucumbers. If you cut small pieces of the leaves you can add to yogurt after from this you can make a refreshing cold soup. You can add the Borage herbal plant leaves to the refreshing lemonade or other summer drinks. If you take Borage flower into the ice cube this can be a very good decoration. You can use the Borage as a garnish around the party punch or wine. The Borage roots can boost of the wine flavour and taste.

Flavour of the Borage herbal plant: Moist, Cold, Sweet.

The main effective agent of the Borage herbal plant: Borage flowers and Borage leaves contain: alkaloid (pyrrolizidine), potassium, mucilage, calcium, tannin, saponins, vitamin C, essential oil. Lot of gamma-linolenic acid, essential fatty acids and linooleic acid are in the Borage herb seeds.

Curative Effect of the Blackberry Herbal Plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Blackberry is a very good herbal plant and a very delicious fruit, too. The Blackberry herbal plant is native in North Africa, in Europe and in part of the Asia which is close to Europe. We know more than one hundred species of the Blackberry.

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The Blackberry fruits contains lot of antioxidant, C-Vitamin, aroma and colour substance. The Blackberry nutritional values is his energy content 52 kcal, 218 Kj. 0,2469 oz of protein, 0,1411 oz of fat, 0,4233 oz -0,4586 oz of carbohydrate. The mineral content of blackberry is 196 mg of potassium, 32 mg of calcium, 21 mg of phosphorus, 20 mg of magnesium, cca. 1 mg of manganese, half mg iron, and there is some copper in this very useful herbal plant. The vitamin content of the Blackberry fruits is lot of Vitamin A, 21 mg C-vitamin, folic acid, and little B1-, B6 vitamin, riboflavin, pantoten acid, and niacin. So, I recommend for everybody who want to get lot of vitamin and minerals from one herbal plant or fruit. Eating of the Blackberry could be a very good herbal cure.

The tannins of the Blackberry herbal plant boost the constrict blood vessels, that’s why decrease bleeding. The tannins of the Blackberry herbal plant decrease of the effect dysentery and dysentery I recommend if you want to treat of this two disease.

The people sometimes called Blackberries as Brambles, this means prickly.

The different parts of the Blackberry plant have different energetic. The leaves of the Blackberry plant have neutral flavor, the root bark of the Blackberry herbal plant has astringent and sour (this flavor come from the tannins), and the fruit of the Blackberry herbal plant have sour and sweet flavour.

Keep in your mind: If you eat to much Blackberry Overindulgence you can get diarrhea or constipation and the women’s menstrual bleeding could be lesser or totally inhibit.

Latin Name: Rubus villosus

Alternate Names: Dewberry, Bramble, Cloudberry,

Family: ROSACEAE

Useful part of the Blackberry herbal plant: fruit, root bark (stronger), leaves,

The main natural herbal remedies of Blackberry: Alterative, Blood Tonic, Astringent, Diuretic, Nutritive, Hemostatic, Refrigerant, Tonic, Yin Tonic Uterine Tonic,

Main application of the Blackberry medical herbal: Infertility, Anemia, Bleeding, Bedwetting, Diarrhea, Fever, Dysentery, Hemorrhoids,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Blackberry herbal plant: You can eat the raw Blackberry fruits, you can also Blackberry make tea from the leaves or the fruits. You can also buy Blackberry herbal tincture, Blackberry capsules or dried Blackberry leaves or fruits in any herbal shops, herbal stores or pharmacy.

The most common situation when you can use Blackberry herbal medicine: Bleeding Gums, Insect Bites, Mouth Sores, Oily Skin, Sore Throat, Wounds

The most common applications of Blackberry: You can use the Blackberry herbal plant as skin cleansing wash for oily skin. The Blackberry herbal plant is a good solution as throat-wash for weak gums and sores. Blackberry’s gargle is very good for sore throat. This is very good cleaning wash for the light wounds. You can use this herbal plant as a bolster on insect bites. If you chew the leaves of the Blackberry if you ant to treat the bleeding tooth gum.

Culinary uses of Blackberry herbal plant: pies, raw, jam, tarts, wine, liqueurs and brandy.

Flavour of the Blackberry herbal plant: Sour Sweet, Dry, Cool.

The main effective agent of the Blackberry herbal plant: The Blackberry herbal plant contains gallic acid, tannins, iron villosin. The Blackberry fruits contain pectin, niacin, vitamin C, sugars, flavonoids (quercitin, kaempferol), anthocyanins,

When we speak about the Blackberry we should know that this name is correspond to lot of species. The three most common cultivated species is: Rubis lacinniatus, Rubus procerus, Rubus fructicosus, Rubus villosus.

Curative Effect of the Bilberry Herbal plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Bilberry is a very common herbal plant in the high mountains especially in Transylvania in Europe but you can find close to everywhere between in high mountains. Bilberry herbal plant berries are very good spice when you want to make dish from deer, hare wild-boar.

bilberry

The Bilberry herbal pant and the goods what was made from this very useful fruit like bilberry’s fruit wine, bilberry’s liqueur, bilberry’s syrup and the bilberry’s tea increases the mucosa of the intestine resistant with the digestive disorders, with chronic intestinal catarrh, with intestinal infections, diarrhea and the bilberry herbal plant is very good and effective herbal medicine for the most of the mouth disease.

You can use this medical herbal leaves use for diabetes, and berries and leaves for diarrhea. The students of the universities use bilberry’s berries improve the focusing capacity to focus. The berries of the bilberry prevent of the build-up plaque in the blood vessels. Bilberry herbal plant is very good for the visual problems. This herbal plant or fruit boosts of the blood circulation in the eyes and this can help you in the very wide variety of eye illnesses. I recommend the bilberry for drivers, computer workers, sports professionals, air traffic controllers and pilots. This herbal plant or fruit improves the blood circulation in the brain and extremity. The Bilberry reduces blood-platelet aggregation in your body. The bilberry’s berries are tasty and abound in vitamin C, beta carotene, potassium, and carbohydrates. You can use this very effectively for hot reddened conditions.

bilberry fruit

The main name Vaccinium come from an antique Latin name: vaca. This word is meaning cow, these animals very like to eat these plant. The European Bilberry is similar like American version which is the blueberries. The Blueberry and the Bilberry have same attributions. British Royal Air force pilots use the Bilberry jam to increase their eyesight capacity during the Second World War.

Keep in you mind: the too high dosages of bilberry’s berries are laxative, although small quantity from this you can use in treatment of the diarrhea. You should avoid yourself the berries in cold stomach situation. The Bilberry is a very safe able herbal plant.

Latin Name: Vaccinium myrtillus

Alternate Names: Whortleberry, Blueberry, Hurtleberry, Dyeberry, Grouseberry, Huckleberry,

Family: ERICACEAE

Useful part of the Bilberry: berries, leaves,

The main natural herbal remedies of Bilberry: Antioxidant, Antiemetic, Urinary, Alterative, Diuretic, Antifungal, Hypoglycemic, Astringent, Laxative, Antiseptic, Antiviral,

Main application of the Bilberry medical herbal: Vomiting, Arthritis, Cataracts, Urinary Infections, Macular Degeneration, Capillary Weakness, Diabetic Retinopathy, Ulcers, Diabetes, Weakness, Dysmenorrhea, Diarrhea, Eye Glaucoma, Fever, Myopia, Gout, Dysentery, Arteriosclerosis, Night Blindness, Varicose Veins,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Bilberry herbal plant: You can Bilberry make tea or buy Bilberry herbal tincture and Bilberry capsules or Bilberry syrup (from the berries) in any herbal shops or stores or pharmacy.

The most common applications of Bilberry herbal plant: Leaves: mouthwash, gargle.

Culinary uses of Bilberry herbal plant: You can use the bilberries very simply in your kitchen, you can add to baked dish such as tarts, pies, muffins, cobblers and ice cream or to breads. The cold Bilberry soup is very fine and refreshable. You can use as you make would use blueberries.

Flavour of the Bilberry herbal plant: Cold, Sour, Dry.

The main effective agent of the Bilberry herbal plant: sugars, tannins, glucoquinone. The bilberry fruit contains flavonoids, pigments (anthocyanidin), iron, pectin, glycoside (myrtillin, arbutin, ericolinpotassium), carbohydrates, vitamin C.

When we speak about Bilberry we should know that this name is concerning to the following species Vaccinum ashei, Vaccinum corymbosum, Vaccinum myrtillus, Vaccinum angustifolium,.

Curative Effect of the Barberry Herbal plant and What You Should Know About This Plant


 


The Barberry herbal plant is a very useful and effective anti-bacterial Homeopathic medicine.

barberry rosy glow

The barberry herbal plant contains antibacterial agent. The barberry herbal plant contains berbamine and berberine alkaloids which are very effective against against Streptococcus, Staphyloccus, Salmonella, Eschorichia Coli and Shigella. The barberry herbal plant has antimicrobial properties that are particularly beneficial for the intestinal tract and skin. This herbal plant helps to decrease of the blood pressure and dilate blood vessels. Barberry ( other name is Mahonia) is effective medicine for chronic liver problems.

The Mahonia and Berberis species (respectively, Oregon Grape and Barberry) are very closely related, and herbalists and the homeopathic scientists often treat them like one herb. This two species are treated as same in this description.

The name of the Berberis come from Phoenician word ‘barbar’, it is meaning ‘glossy’ in mention to the glossy leaves. The American farmers often hate Barberry, because it can transmit a fungus to near wheat crops.

This herbal plant gets its name after name Bernard McMahon, an American horticulturist. The Mahonia plant is evergreen and has thorny leaves, but the stems lack thorns. Berberis shae is similar like Mahonia but more deciduous that has smooth leaves and thorny stems. Oregon Grape is often cultivated as it is an excellent xeriscape plant with yellow flowers, green leaves, and purplish berries. This herbal plant is often used instead for Goldenseal.

Keep in you mind: You should only use the dried plant, as the fresh root can be extremely purgative and cause sickness. You must not use this barberry herbal plant during pregnancy and also in hyperthyroid conditions. You must not use in cases of excessive flatulence. High doses from barberry herbal plant can cause lowered heart rate, vomiting and blood pressure.

Latin Name: Berberis vulgaris

Alternate Names: Daruharidra (Sanskrit), Rocky Mountain Grape, Oregon Grape Root, Pipperidge Bush, Mahonia, Sowberry, Holy Thorn, Oregon Grape, Jaundice Berry, Berberry,

Family: BERBERIDACEAE

Useful part of the Barberry: root bark, root, rhizome berries, bark of stem. Several herbalists use also the leaves for teas and etc.

The main natural herbal remedies of Barberry: Tonic, Astringent, Cardiotonic, Alterative, Bitter Tonic, Anthelmintic, Digestive Tonic, Cholagogue, Febrifuge, Diuretic, Hepatic, Galactagogue, Laxative, Immune Stimulant, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Siliagogue, Amoebicidal, Liver Tonic, Thyroid Stimulant.

Main application of the Barberry medical herbal : Acne, Arthritis, Hypothyroid, Cholera, Boils, Herpes, Debility, Conjunctivitis, Amoebas, Diabetes, Eczema, Dysentery, Fever, Edema, Gastritis, Gallstones, Giardia, Gastroenteritis, Hepatitis, Kidney Stones, Bloodshot Eyes, Candida, Hangovers, Jaundice, Malaria, Liver Stagnation, Salmonella, Psoriasis, Shigella, Scrofula, Sore Spleen Enlargement, Throat, Syphilis, Staphylococcus,

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Barberry herbal plant : You can make tea or buy herbal tincture and capsules in any herbal shops or stores.

The most common situation when you can use Barberry herbal medicine: Wounds, Itchy Skin, Conjunctivitis, Boils, Sore Throat, Pyorrhea,

The most common applications of Barberry: You can use this herbal plant as compress for the bloodshot eyes and very good eyewash for infections such as conjunctivitis. You can use Berries as gargle for sore throat. This herbal plant is very useful as a mouthwash or applies directly to gums for pyorrhea. Use as salve or wash for boils, itchy skin and wounds.

Culinary uses of Barberry herbal plant: This herbal plant can be cooked, made syrup into and jams, and candied. You can also eat the raw Berries and also you can use the Berries juice instead for lemon juice.

Flavour of the Barberry herbal plant: Cold, Bitter.

The main effective agent of the Barberry herbal plant: Resin, chelidonic acid, tannins. alkaloids (oxyacanthine, berbamine, berberine,). Berries herbal plant are rich in vitamin C.

If we speak about the Barberry we think the following species Berberis aqilfolia, Berberis repens, Berberis vulgaris, Berberis pinnata, Berberis nervosa and other Berberis species as Mahonia nervose, Mahonia aquilfolium, Mahonia pinnata, Mahonia

Curative Effect of the Amla Herbal Plant and What You Should Know About The Plant Which Contains Twenty Times Higher Vitamin C Than Oranges


 


A herbal plant which contains more C-vitamin than the orange. The Indian cooks use this fruit because it contains five from the six basic flavors. It makes unique balance between the three dosa (Vata, Pitta, Kapha). It is effective rejuvenator herbal plant. The Amla herbal plant decreases the Calcium absorption. So, I recommend for the elder people who have problem with their bones. This herbal plant also decreases the Ferro absorption. This herbal fruit is a basic ingredient of the ayurvedic culinary. So, I can offer you if you like the east flavor in you kitchen .

When initially used, Amla herbal plant is an astrngent. Amla is about twenty times higher in vitamin C than oranges. Amla is being studied to determine its antiviral and antifungal properties. This herbal medicine enhances cellular regeneration and stimulates production of interferon and corticosteroids.

The legends said that his herbal fruit avoid in cases of acute diarrhea and dysentery and also makes people feel lighter and is said to support love, longevity and good fortune!

Latin Name: Phyllanthus emblica

Alternate Names: Dharty, Indian Gooseberry, Amalaki,

Family group: EUPHORBIACEAE

Useful part of the Amla : Fruit.

The main natural herbal remedies of Amla : Nutritive, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Stomach Tonic, Blood tonic, Rejuvenative, Laxative, Refrigerant, Restorative, Yin Tonic, Astringent, Hemostatic, Aphrodisiac.

Main application of the Amla medical herbal : Liver Weakness, Anemia, Colitis, Hepatitis, Convalescence, Diabetes, Gastritis, High Cholesterol, Gout, Hemorrhoids, Tachycardia, High Cholesterol, Gray Hair, Osteoporosis, Spleen Weakness, Vision Loss, Gingivitis Constipation, Debility.

How can you prepare, eat, drink or buy Amla herbal plant : You can make tea or buy herbal tincture and capsules in any herbal shops or stores. Tincture, Tea, Pasta, Capsule, (it is an ingredient in Chayvanprash, a popular Ayurvedic tonic)

The most common situation when you can use Amla herbal medicine : Mental Fogginess

The most common applications of Amla: Use as a poultice on the head for mental disorders

Other uses of Amla herbal plant: Eat fresh or dried fruit; can be stewed, used in jelly.

Flavour of the Amla herbal plant: Sour, Sweet, Cool.

The main effective agent of the Amla herbal plant: ellagic acid, gallic acid, tannins, ascorbic acid.