Blue Vervain
(Verbena hastata)
Energetics: Cooling. Drying.
Taste: Bitter. Acrid.
Systems Affected: Nervous System.
Parts Used: Leaf. Flower.
Key Components: Bitters. Saponins. Tannins. Volatile oils. Iridiod glycosides.
Preparations & dosage: Infusion. Tincture.
Actions:
Foundational: Intense Bitter.
Primary: Emetic. Nerve trophorestorative.
Secondary:
Uses:
Benefits a “type A” personality. Relaxing the musculoskeletal system. Has some hormonal qualities for someone having trouble conceiving and is incredibly ambitious with a “go getter” personality. Slightly bitter so gives the liver a small push. Helpful in enhancing male and female libido due to stress.
Combines well with:
Identifying:
Growing:
Harvesting: Harvest the top, from the red part up when the bottom flowers start to bloom.
Contraindications: Emetic in moderate to large doses.
Sources:
The Earthwise Herbal: Volume 2: Matthew Wood. Pg 350-355
Studies:
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
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