Jan 18, 2017
Learn about the herbal medicine properties and reputed herbal actions of this common cooking herb, Rosemary.
The Genus and species is "Rosmarinus officinalis", literally "rose of the sea." The "officinalis" part of the name means that this herb was part of the official American herbal medicine tool kit during the 1700-1800's. Plant medicine has a long history in America, and some American herbs (like Echinacea) travelled to Europe and England!
This mediterranean herb is held to have these herbal actions or properties: strong anti-oxidant (counteracts free radicals), brain and memory tonic, mild stimulant, relaxing to the nerves (nervine), sedating, pain-relieving, and anti-gas (carminative). Basic instructions are given for making a mild infusion or tea.
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