Condition
Treatment Support
sedative
Application
tincture, tea
Wood Betony
(Stachys officinalis)
Also know as Bishopswort
Botanical Information
A Mint family perennial with rounded, toothed, lance-shaped leaves and purple flower whorls arranged in an oblong spike.
Working with Wood Betony
Part(s) Used
Leaf, Flowers
Herb Forms
Tincture, bulk herb.
Wood betony contains sedative properties and has long been used for headache, particularly when due to tension and anxiety. It is often recommended for neuralgia and to strengthen the nervous system. Wood betony makes a good-tasting black tea substitute because of its refreshing astringent taste.
Wood Betony has a taste of BITTER, ASTRINGENT and a temperature of COOL.
Cautions
None noted.
Conditions treated with Wood Betony
Condition
Treatment Support
Application
Condition
Treatment Support
nervine
Application
tincture, tea
Condition
Treatment Support
nervine
Application
tincture, tea
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The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
