ULTIMATE ESSENTIAL MEDICINAL HERB GUIDE FOR WNG

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THE ESSENTIALS
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ALDER BARK: variety of different kinds; fresh alder bark will induce vomiting; used for toothaches
ALFALFA: the seeds build immunity against stomach distress; small amount would be advisable; reduces inflammation in joints <
ALOE VERA: gel is used for treating itching and skin inflammation; used for burns >
ASH TREE: bark used as fever-reducing agent <>
ASTRAGALUS ROOT: [abbr=eaten during winter to avoid contracting viruses]infection preventative[/abbr]; reduces inflammation; chewed into poultice for wounds <>
BARBERRY: used as bitter tonic; benefitical for treating infections <
BEARBERRY: uninary antiseptic; could be used as a disinfectant; chewed into a salve for sore gums ><
BEE BALM: relieves insomnia when ingested; reduces low fevers; soothes sore throats <
BEECH LEAVES: can be made into a package to carry herbs x
BINDWEED: fastens sticks to broken limbs. <
BLACKBERRY: roots, bark & leaves used as an [abbr=substance is a chemical compound that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues]astringent[/abbr]; use for gum inflammation; leaves can be used for bee stings ><
BLACK WALNUT: leaves stimulate vomiting; cleans body of parasites <
BLESSED THISTLE: increases milk flow in nursing queens; large doses induce vomiting <
BORAGE LEAVES: treats high fevers and helps queens with milk supply <
BRAMBLE LEAVES: excellent astringent. if chewed, will treat sore throats <
BROOM: poultice helps broken legs & other serious wounds <
BURDOCK ROOT: treats external infections, mostly rat bites; can be given to kits to help with growth <>
CATCHWEED: fastens cobwebs to the wound >
CATMINT (“CATNIP”): cures greencough and whitecough, also puts mainly cats into a passive state <
CELANDINE: eases pain & treats eye injuries <
CHAMOMILE: calms animals in shock; eases cramping or muscle pain <>
CHERVIL: treats bellyaches <
CHERVIL ROOT: prevents & treats infection <>
CHICKWEED: a weaker treatment for greencough <
CHIVES: eases teething pains in young animals ><
COBNUTS: mixed into ointments for extra hold <
COLTSFOOT: used for whitecough + kittencough & will help wheezing + shortness of breath <
COMFREY: use cautiously; used for poultice for minor wounds >
DAISY LEAVES: soothes aching joints >
DANDELION ROOT: helps energize digestive system <
DILL: eases muscle + stomach cramping & increases milk production in queens <
DOCK LEAVES: treats nettle stings + scratches, juice for soothing sore pads >
ECHINACEA: can be a substitute to catmint; used to soothe irritated lungs <
FEVERFEW: pregnant animals should not ingest; treats nausea; speeds up the healing of broken bones <
FOXGLOVE: seeds help heart, but easily cause paralysis + heart failure. leaves can stop deep bleeding quickly. almost always kills, use only as a last resort. ><
GINGER: treats upset stomach <
GINGKO: supports memory & brain function; maintains healthy blood flow; reduces traumatic stress >
GOLDENROD: helps stiffness + aching joints & treats severe injuries <
HAWTHORN BERRY: commonly treats heart conditions; helps regulate blood flow <
HONEY: soothes burning throats; sweetens bitter herbs <
HONEYSUCKLE: induces a calming state when ingested; can be put as bedding into nests <>
HORSETAIL: poultice of leaves for infected wounds & sap can be combined with cobwebs to reduce bleeding <
IRIS: stimulates breathing during labor, but everything except the petals are poisonous <
JUNIPER BERRIES: treats bellyache <
LAVENDER: used for [abbr=the therapeutic use of plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and psychological well-being.]aromatherapy[/abbr]; brings calm and relaxed feeling >
LEMON BALM: reduces anxiety & promotes sleep >
LICORICE ROOT: when ingested, can combat respiratory problems; prevents joint pain <>
MARIGOLD: prevents infection when chewed into poultice & heals sores >
MARSHMALLOW ROOT: alleviates inflammed lungs >
MILKWEED: cleanses toxins from the system <
MINT: another aromatic herb >
NETTLE SEEDS: induces vomiting <
OAK LEAVES: clots bleeding & treats infections >
POPPY SEEDS: used to treat insomnia; weight varies on how many to give <
RASPBERRY LEAVES: pregnancy supplement; increases milk production <
RUSH: binds broken limbs in place >
TANSY: treats coughs & weak wound cleaner ><
THYME: soothes anxiety  >
VALERIAN: can be highly addictive; stimulates and energizes; when it wears off, it induces drowsiness <
YARROW: induces vomiting; cleanses toxins/poisons from the body <