Basil

The name basil is derived from the old Greek word basilikohn, which means royal, reflecting that ancient culture's attitudes towards an herb that they held to be very noble and sacred. The tradition of reverence of basil has continued in other cultures..

.Basil is a highly fragrant plant whose leaves are used as a seasoning herb for many different types of foods. Basil has become one of the most recognizable herbs.

Dried basil can be easily added to practically any dish. Basil is used around the world in many different cuisines with good reason. It adds a depth and flavor that is not rivaled by other herbs.

There are more than 60 varieties of basil, all of which differ somewhat in appearance and taste. While the taste of sweet basil is bright and pungent, other varieties also offer unique tastes: lemon basil, anise basil and cinnamon basil all have flavors that subtly reflect their name. 

Yarrow

Yarrow has been used for thousands of years as a powerful wound healer. Yarrow is known to be highly medicinal in the strengthening of the upper respiratory system. It is an effective decongestant, able to dry up the lungs and improve coughs and sinus infections. 

Yarrow is an astringent, tonic, stimulant, mild aromatic and diaphoretic, meaning it induces sweating. It’s diaphoretic properties make it a useful herb for treating severe colds. According to Maude Grieve’s  A Modern Herbal, it is “most useful in the commencement of fevers.” Grieve recommends making an infusion with 1 ounce of dried herb and 1 pint of boiling water. It can be drunk warm, with some honey and a bit of cayenne pepper. According to herbalist Susun Weed

Yarrow is a diaphoretic, hypotensive, astringent, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, vulnerary, carminative, and antiseptic herb. It’s one of the best herbs you can use to sweat out a fever. It also tones and dilates the blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure. Yarrow helps relax the smooth muscles of both the uterus and the digestive tract, making it useful for menstrual cramps as well as stomach complaints, flatulence, diarrhea, and sluggish digestion.

Black Cohosh

The name cohosh is from the Algonquian tribe, and means unpleasant, alluding to the vibe of the rhizome.

This is a powerful relaxant as

well as being extremely effective with easing painful menstrual cramps

It is also effective in the treatment of arthritis, osteo-arthritis,

rheumatic pain and neurological pan. In small doses, appetite and

digestion are greatly improved and is very beneficial for the nervous

system in general.