The pungently lemon-scented flora of this herb gives it the general moniker of lemon balm. The foliage are wrinkled and formed like mint foliage, though larger in size. The petite, white flowers, that come into flower in summer, mature in dusters along a lean, angular stem. The plant has a spreading habit, rather like mint [...]

Along with other less familiar herbs, horehound has emerged a modern-day favorite with people interested in simple, natural remedies. The type described here is “white” horehound. “Black” horehound (Ballota nigra, also of the Labiatae family) is distinguished from white horehound by its taller growth, unpleasant smell, and purple flowers. White horehound is a bushy, rather [...]

As a herbal remedy. Purslane had medicinal uses for a great many complaints, for example, easing dry coughs, assisting the pain of gout, even removing excessive heat in the forehead and temples, and soothing sore mouths and gums. Four hindres years ago, herbalist and writer John Gerard advised that purslane eaten in salads with oil [...]

Lactuca Virosa has very similar properties to opium, but does not contain any opiates , and so is safe to consume in controlled doses. An extract from the stem is prepared in such a way , very similar to opium, and this produces lactucarium.When taken this gives a mild euphoria, and last last a few [...]

Comfrey (boraginaceae) , looks similar to Borage, it has purpley bell flowers that are on show mostly over the summer. Comfrey has been frequently attributed with skin and bone healing powers . Made in tea , it can be drunk frequently to mend broken bones as well as used as a poltice or paste topically [...]