Rhodiola rosea – Arctic root Rhodiola rosea is a plant that occurs in Europe, Asia and North America on the mountain and around the pole. In Poland, it occurs naturally only in national parks in the Carpathians and the Sudeten, therefore plants are not produced from a natural state but only from the culture. Rhodiola

Wild garlic Bear’s garlic is a plant that occurs in mountainous areas, foothills and river valleys. The plant likes moist soil and shaded position so usually it can be found in moist deciduous forests. Often forms large, dense clusters, occurs in March, is called a harbinger of spring, blooms in late April and early May.

Lavender  Lavender flower is extracted from lavender angustifolia (lavender) – a small shrub coming from the Mediterranean. Lavender is grown in many parts of the world because of the medicinal properties and a lovely smell. Fresh and dried lavender flowers are used in herbal medicine, cosmetics and in cooking as an aromatic spice. Lavender is

Milk thistle Milk thistle is a plant coming to the Mediterranean, resembles a common thistle, grows up to 2 meters in height, the leaves have characteristic patches from which the name of the plant. The healing properties of milk thistle have been known since antiquity. For therapeutic purposes, then they used mainly the root, which

Small flowered willowherb – Epilobium parviflorum  Epilobium parviflorum is very common plant in Poland, rarely found only in parts of south-west, the characteristic small pink-purple flowers appear from June to September, they are very characteristic of fireweed seeds, which boll are released wrapped in white fluff. Epilobium parviflorum is a plant growing up from 20 to

Goldenrod herb Goldenrod is a plant in Poland is very common, its distinctive towering stalks can be found virtually throughout the country, this is a fairly tall plant reaching about a meter in height, summer developing distinctive yellow inflorescences. Goldenrod is a cleansing herb – brew increases the amount of urine and with it the

Hibiscus – rose mallow Hibiscus tea or Sudan mallow is a delicious drink with an unusual action. It is highly appreciated in Malaysia and India and in Egypt is almost a “national drink”. The infusion of hibiscus flowers have a red color and slightly sour taste, it is a merit of large amounts of vitamin

Nettle seeds (fruit) The seeds are less well-known herb raw material compared with the herb and nettle root. It is very valuable because it is difficult to obtain and rarely go on sale. The seeds are used both internally and externally, are edible, they have extraordinary healing properties and excellent skin care. More often than

Cornflower – bluebottle Cornflower is a very popular plant in Poland, often regarded as a weed, distinctive flowers in blue are very valuable medicinal raw material. The raw material are single flowers (without cage). Infusion of flowers drunk as a tea acts as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory: increases the quantity of urine (sometimes several times)

Pine buds Pine buds and young spring shoots are usually collected from March to May. Pine buds and young shoots are usually harvested from March to May. Pine buds are rich in vitamin C, tannins (have the effect of anti-inflammatory, anti-bleeding and disinfectants), bitterness (support gastric acid secretion and increase appetite) resin acids, phenolic compounds

Cistus – Pink Rockrose Cistus (cleansing herb) is a small shrub with fragrant pink flowers. It has nothing to with rose, even though his English name is “rock rose.” People use cleansing properties of more than 2000 years. Its resin is contained in myrrh or labdanum oil. In traditional medicine Mediterranean area its use was

Peppermint Mint is one of the most recognizable herbs, due to its characteristics is also frequently used in the kitchen and in herbal medicine. The raw material used by herbalists are leaves that are harvested before flowering plants. Dried do not lose their smell, thanks to the content of essential oils, whose main ingredient is

Raspberry leaf Raspberry leaves are an excellent herb for women, run a relaxant on smooth muscle of the uterus, intestines and blood vessels. Also strengthen the wall of the uterus are therefore an excellent choice for women planning pregnancy. In traditional medicine raspberry leaf is recommended before pregnancy, during pregnancy (beyond the first trimester), just

Viola tricolor – Wild Pansy Viola tricolor herb also called trichromatic violet, known and is described by herbalists for centuries. Heartsease Pansy is an annual plant common in meadows in Poland, biologically active substances present in the plant are flavonoids, including rutin, anthocyanins, carotenoids, locks or mineral salts. Viola tricolor herb acts diuretic and facilitates

Lemon balm Lemon balm is known mainly from the salutary action on the nervous system, toning, relaxing and sleeping. It is used to relieve symptoms associated with menstruation, and in the case of neurosis of the stomach, bloating and constipation. Brew a cup of lemon balm will also help the digestive system after a hard

Common Oak bark Oak is a long-lived tree occurring in temperate climates, can reach huge sizes and for centuries is considered a plant of great strength and power. In herbal medicine used oak bark, whose main medicinal ingredients are tannins, also contains flavonoids, phenolic acids and mineral salts. Oak bark can be used internally and

Raspberry dried fruit Grained raspberry fruit in addition to their taste and use in the food industry also has many medicinal properties. You can collect them from July, occurs mainly in mixed forests and dense undergrowth. Are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and antipyretic. They are a source of vitamins C, E and B vitamins,

Vitex Agnus – Castus Chasteberry is a small shrub with purple flowers somewhat resemble lavender and inconspicuous gray fruits, which have a remarkable impact on our body. Fruit chaste used in the form of infusion or grated fruit powder is known for centuries agent that stabilizes the hormone levels. Vitex agnus is a plant known

Wild strawberry Wild strawberry is known primarily for its very aromatic, sweet fruits that are rich in sugars, minerals and many vitamins. However, in herbal medicine is used mainly leaves, which are rich in medicinal substances such as flavonoids (including rutin), organic acids, glycosides, tannins, are often used in the treatment of urinary tract infections.

Willow bark Although aspirin as a white tablets available only on age, history of drug substance itself will be longer. The anti-inflammatory properties of the juice derived from the bark of the willow discovered by the ancient Egyptians. Recommending him Dioscorides and Galen, the father of medicine, Hippocrates, the elaborate about its analgesic properties. In

Eyebright Eyebright is a very long time regarded as a healing herb eyes, so in many languages ​​skylight name comes from the eyes. Aqueous extracts of the Eyebright herb (infusion, decoction) have anti-inflammatory properties inhibit the release of histamine (a chemical responsible for inflammation and increasing capillary permeability) and prevent excessive expansion of capillaries. Eyebright

Walnut Walnut is a plant traditionally occurs in the Mediterranean. The current tree is planted all over Europe. Most are primarily fruits – nuts harvested in September and October, but few people realizes that walnut leaves are used in herbal medicine. Young leaves collected in June, have very rich ingredients: tannins (astringent), terpenes (antibacterial), flavonoids,

Common Wormwood Artemisia absinthium known simply as wormwood is a plant that is appreciated since ancient times – already famous Greek “father of medicine” Hippocrates mentions it in his work as a cure gastric and effective in the treatment of jaundice. In later centuries it was used not only as a medicine but also as

Alder buckthorn Polish name comes from the brittle, prone to breaking branches. It is a shrub reaching up to 4 meters in height, the bark is light gray-brown, in the middle of the orange-red. As a therapeutic agent buckthorn bark began to be used only in the 16th century, was commonly used as a laxative.

Creeping Thistle (Cabbage Thistle) Thistle vegetable in Poland was once called “devil’s rib” or “floors herb” had a very important role in traditional medicine. It owes its name to the shape of the root, which looks like it was warmed up. Was sold in pharmacies and markets, even believed that it has an almost magical

Greater celandine Celandine herb, also known as Greater celandine or Chelidonium, is a plant known and appreciated for its healing properties since ancient times. Is common in temperate climates. Celandine supplementary material is glycogen typical animal tissues, thus is a plant frost, and its green color is maintained throughout the year. Celandine contain alkaloids, including

Ground elder Ground elder is a common herb in Poland, already known in the fourteenth century and valued mainly as a vegetable, today is often used in German and Russian. It can be eaten as spinach or in addition to salad, was also popular, as in the case of cabbage leaves in the form of

Hop cone Hop cones, exactly that is the male inflorescences, found mainly used in the production of beer, in the descriptions of herbal hops flowers mainly attributed to the sedative and sleeping. Substance through which the hops possess such characteristics is lupulin, whose main ingredients are volatile oils and tannins from alcohols, resinous compounds or

Birch-tree leaf The beneficial effects of birch knew the Romans, was and to this day is important in herbal medicine. Are not only used the list (prepared infusion), but also fresh juice, bark. Birch leaves stimulate diuresis and with it the increased amount of sodium ions, chlorine, uric acid and thus infusion of the leaves

Plantago – Plantain leaf The use of plantain leaves in herbal medicine has a long tradition. In Poland, the plantain is very well known and occurs widely across the country. Plantain leaf through a remarkable anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, is used to treat burns, bruises, slow-healing wounds, inflammatory genital or oral mucosa. Was also used

Psyllium seeds Psyllium is an annual plant, beneficial effects on health are mostly its seeds. Psyllium seeds are characterized by very high mainly because almost 70% of the content of fiber (roughage), shelled seeds are also a lot of mucus. It has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, but mostly it is used in the case of

Shepherd’s -purse Shepherd’s Purse is a plant widely used in Europe and Asia, blooms from march to late autumn, thanks so easily and spreads rapidly. It’s healing pressure characteristics are known for many centuries, mainly thanks to the action of anti-hemorrhagic. Shepherd’s purse herb contains, among other things amines, tannins, flavonoids, minerals and vitamin C.

Tormenltil (Potentilla erecta) Tormenlit rhizome as a medicinal plant used already in the Middle Ages, the rhizome is collected in early spring or early fall. Tormenlit, has a lot of applications, primarily exhibits antibacterial work and thanks to a high content of tannins – astringent and antidiarrheal. Because of these properties Tormenlit rhizome is also

Sage leaf – Salvia Salvere – medical Sage Latin name means “cure”, the very name shows that for many centuries it grew was used in medicine as a remedy for many ailments. Sage leaves contain a lot: essential oils, flavonoids, tannins, organic acids, vitamins, minerals such as iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, sodium, zinc. Is best

Briar – Rosa canina fruit For a long time rosehips serve humans for the treatment of certain diseases. The popularity of this plant by numerous folk names. In Poland, the rose has been used since the Middle Ages – the form of infusions used it during colds and diseases with high fever in the liver

Echinacea – Coneflower Echinacea comes from North America, the Europeans know its healing properties due to the Indians, is now cultivated in Europe and Asia, and also often grown in their gardens as an ornamental plant. According to the literature herb Echinacea purpurea herb is used to treat the symptoms of colds and flu and

Horsetail – Equisetum Horsetail is a medicinal plant that everyone knows. Overwinters in the form of underground rhizomes, which grow spring brown stems that produce spores. At the end of spring green shoots appear, resembling the shape of the fir tree, the time is right raw herb. Horsetail main active compounds are flavonoids and mineral

Hawthorn – inflorescences and fruits Hawthorn was known and respected as a medicinal plant for a long time – name – Crataegus comes from the Greek, where “kratos means” power, while “agein” to deliver. Especially recommended for people at risk of heart disease and with too high pressure. For therapeutic uses the inflorescences and fruits. The

Mistletoe herb Mistletoe is a spherical green shrub that grows on trees. Traditionally associated with the hanging of the ceiling decoration of Christmas. Since ancient times, the plant was considered exceptional, turned over her divine worship and sacrifices. In Europe, for a very long time it was thought to be the most effective drug against

Couch grass rhizome Couch grass rhizome proved to be effective over many centuries of medicinal use, since the raw material is sourced in our times. Quackgrass is a herb having diuretic properties and soothing, relieving pain. Compounds in wheatgrass – vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C, potassium, iron, silica, sugars, they also have systemic effects.

Angelica Root Latin name – angelica herb, dating from the Middle Ages. The herb was attributed to forces defending against poison and plagues. It was believed that angelica protect against infectious diseases, banished the devil’s power, added energy and affect life expectancy. Angelica has a very rich composition which makes the plant is much appreciated

Elderberry Elderflower is the oldest herb cultivated by human. For over 4,000 years, natural healers have relied on elderflower to treat asthma and allergies. Elderflower has been used in traditional medicine all over the world in many different cultures due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Elderflower is used for swollen sinuses (sinusitis), colds, influenza

St. John’s wort This plant has been used as an herbal remedy for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties since the Middle Ages. The plant has been used in traditional medicine as as a means of improving mood and diuretic, and for the treatment of stomach inflammation and insomnia. St. John’s wort also has been used

Calamus rhizome (root) Calamus root, commonly known as sweet flag, has been used by various cultures since ancient times, traditionally calamus was used for its effects on the digestive system and the lungs. Calamus has been used as an aphrodisiac in ancient Egypt and in India, for more than 2,500 years. Calamus is used for

Chamomile flowers For centuries, people around the world have turned to chamomile herbal tea as a cure-all for a multitude of physical and emotional health concerns. Now, thanks to scientific research about chamomile tea benefits, we are coming to appreciate this popular tea in a whole new way. Chamomile flowers are best known for the

Linden blossom (flowers) The flowers are gathered  by herbalists, to capture the many healing properties of this blossom. The flowers are used for hypertension, their general sedative effect, calming the digestive system, in colds and flu (,reduce nasal congestion, and relieve throat irritation and cough), boosting the cardiovascular system, as well as relieve headache and

Blueberry (Dried berries) The berries have cleansing and rejuvenating properties. Fruit inhibit the growth of some bacteria (including staph), studies show that the effects often antibiotic-resistant bacteria, also bind toxins secreted by bacteria. They are also used in the treatment of parasites, as antidiarrheal drug and food poisoning. Blueberries have anti-inflammatory and anti-bleeding. Berries, leaves

Dendelion While many people think of the dandelion  as a pesky weed, lucky for us, it is also an excellent food and herbal medicine: it’s chock full of vitamins A, C, as well as minerals such as iron, potassium, and zinc. It is a good place to get B complex vitamins, organic sodium, and even

Yarrow Yarrow is highly known and widely used in herbal medicines and supplied either externally or internally. The entire plant is used, both dried and fresh and is best when gathered while in flower. Flowers of yarrow contain about 50 % more active ingredients than other parts of the plant. Yarrow is suggested for the

Marigold Calendula has long been used to relieve inflammation of the mouth, throat, and stomach. This lovely marigoldlike flower is considered a vulnerary agent, a substance that promotes healing. Calendula also has anti-inflammatory and weak antimicrobial activity. Its properties make it applicable to reduce fever, treating sore throat and mouth, menstrual cramps, as well as

Nettle Nettle is made with the leaves of stinging nettle, named for the tiny hairs on the fresh leaves which can sting the skin. Despite it’s rough exterior, nettle is one of the best remedies for various ailments: anemia (increases the amount of hemoglobin) high blood pressure, coughs and colds, congestion, unitary tract infections kidney and