Learning to use herbal remedies is a great way for those who are looking into increasing their self-reliance.
While there’s no cure all, herbs can help you avoid some trips on modern medicine and its side effects while still providing relief when it comes time for emergencies or real illness!
Good quality organic medicinal herbs can be expensive and hard to find.
Luckily, there are many different types of healing plants that you could grow in your own backyard or on a windowsill! The following list includes some incredible options for natural remedies.
1. Chamomile
Oftentimes, we associate chamomile with bedtime and relaxation. But the truth about this calming herb isn’t just for your soothing cupboard cures!
Chamomiles has been used internally by herbalists in order to treat several internal conditions such as stomachaches or headaches because it can rid people from any pain they’re feeling without causing side effects like other drugs might do.
Chamomile is a plant that has been used for centuries to treat numerous different ailments.
The flowers of the chamomile can be brewed into tea or consumed as raw leaves, which are effective at improving various conditions including insomnia and anxiety treatment; it’s also helpful in easing menstrual pains due its soothing effects on skin irritation, as well as healing minor cuts too.
2. Yarrow
The legend that Achilles himself used this plant on the battlefield to save his wounded soldiers from bleeding to death is not just a story.
Yarrow, also known as Achillea millefolium can be found in many survival situations and has been shown time after again how useful it really is for natural first aid because of its ability to staunch blood flow significantly.
Yarrow leaves are dried and powdered for use in a wound. They can be packed into the affected area to stop bleeding, or you could just get some fresh yarrow flowers as well!
It is also used medicinally with many people believing it has medicinal properties that help them with ailments like stomach problems and depression.
3. Mint
Mint is a plant that doesn’t require much care. It can grow in any size pot or soil, and once planted will take over its surroundings with ease!
If you don’t want an entire yard full of minting around though – just make sure not to let them spread too far from their containment area (depending on how big they are).
Mint not only has a refreshing taste, it’s also been used in the form of tea to treat a number ailments.
Externally applied mint can be soothing and cooling on skin with irritated dry patches or sores that are due for some relief! Mint also reduces internal inflammation, and has even been reported to lessen anxiety.
4. Echinacea
Those who love plants will know that echinacea or coneflower is an herb frequently found in flower gardens.
It has been used for centuries as a remedy, and its most frequently employed usage comes from tinctures made form the roots of this plant – all parts are usable but it’s worth noting some people recommend waiting until your perennial herbs have become well established before harvesting them so you can enjoy more plants coming back year after year!
Echinacea’s most common uses are treating colds and flu, as well as healing infections.
5. Goldenseal
Goldenseal, a garden herb not typically considered for medicinal use can be cultivated and is an important herbal remedy.
In studies it has been shown to have impressive antibacterial properties with roots usually used as tea or tincture.
It’s also worth considering for those who lack space but do have some forested land that goldenseal grows wild there too; however when it comes to harvesting, have in mind that these populations are now endangered, so when collecting them be extremely careful.
6. Ginseng
Ginseng is a plant that needs to grow for 4-7 years before you can harvest the roots. It’s well worth waiting because of its expensive price tag and extensive list off benefits like goldenseal, wild ginseng has been seen as an all around cure by many people who use it in teas or tinctures when they’re feeling sick.
Ginseng is believed to improve mood, increase the levels of energy, and help the body adapt to stress better.
7. Calendula
Calendula is a plant with an extensive history of use in the medicinal, culinary and dyeing trades.
The flowers have been shown to be effective at reducing inflammation while also being used as food coloring or spice substitutes for some time now. Calendula is mostly used to treat minor skin issues.
8. Feverfew
Feverfew is a herb commonly used to lower fevers, but its benefits go much deeper than that.
In studies conducted on migraine sufferers within the last few years; those who consumed feverfew each day reported less severe headaches and triggers.
Feverfew can treat other ailments, like providing relief from arthritis.
9. Holy Basil
Holy basil has many medicinal benefits, but it’s also frequently sprinkled in food as a flavoring. Holy basil is an antioxidant with antibacterial and antifungal properties; this plant can be grown easily even if it is not a perennial!
Holy basil tea is used to treat ulcers, help with bronchitis, as well as reduce digestive problems.
10. Bergamot
Bergamot is a citrus fruit that can be used in many different ways. Not only does it have the ability to make your food more flavorful, but bergamots are also great for medicinal purposes too!
In teas and as an ingredient in salves or oils – you’ll find this little fruit has endless possibilities.
11. Lavender
Lavender has been used as a natural remedy for centuries. It’s best to get cuttings or purchase plants from someone in your area, because it can be difficult and time consuming to start with seeds.
Lavenders scent is believed by many people around the world to have therapeutic properties such helping depression, insomnia relief, relaxation during stressful times, etc.
Growing your own medicinal herb garden can be a great way to keep yourself and the animals on site healthy. Plus it really isn’t that hard, so why not give it a try?