Medicinal Flower-Based Herbs

Medicinal herbs serve as a wonderful alternative to modern medicine. Many people feel more comfortable using medicinal herbs when treating their ailments because they are aware of the ingredients that are being used, unlike many medicines and prescriptions that house several unknown substances.

For thousands of years people have known that herbs can work and some of them work better than over the counter drugs if used and prepared properly. Here is a guide to a list of flower-based herbs that work wonders on the human body.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
“Nosebleed” was once the name of this beautiful feathery leaved plant. Yarrow has been used as an astringent in order to produce blood clots. This herb is wonderful for treating wounds, fevers, and relaxing blood vessels in people with high blood pressure. Yarrow is very pungent and works as a digestive stimulant that is often added to other herbal remedies in order to alleviate urinary and menstrual disorders. The parts that should be used on this plant include: the aerial parts, essential oils, and fresh leaves, just be cautious of skin rashes and caution during pregnancy when using it.


Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)
The Romans used this beautiful pink flowered plant as a delicacy along with the roots that were sautéed with onions and butter. However, besides the delicious functions, this plant has a medicinal purpose too. Marshmallow works amazingly well for soothing respiratory and digestive ailments because of it soft and silky nature. Marshmallow has been used as an expectorant for chest coughs and even bronchitis. This beautiful pink herb is very soothing for inflamed mucous membranes in the digestive and urinary systems. The parts of this plant that should be used include: the leaves, root, and flowers.