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The Herbal Index is your quick guide to understanding the plants behind natural wellness. From calming lemon balm to adaptogenic ashwagandha, each herb includes trusted insights on benefits, uses, and safety. Use this index to explore the world of herbs and find natural ways to support your health and well-being.

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■ Sage
ByCrystal Peitz March 11, 2026March 9, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

🌿 Sage (Salvia officinalis): Benefits, Uses & Safety

Sage is an herb that quietly does a little bit of everything.

Often found in kitchen gardens and spice cabinets, this aromatic plant has been used for centuries in herbal medicine, natural cleansing rituals, and traditional wellness practices.

In this herbal index guide, you’ll learn:

• The traditional and modern uses of sage
• Potential health and wellness benefits
• How sage has been used in herbal traditions
• Important safety considerations
• Simple ways to work sage into everyday life

Sage is a fascinating herb with a long history of use.

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■ Rosemary
ByCrystal Peitz February 18, 2026March 2, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Rosmarinus officinalis | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA Dew of The Sea, Compass Plant, Elf Leaf Overview Traditionally used for digestive support, dandruff, memory function, circulation and pain management, rosemary has a plethora of medicinal and culinary benefits. In the 13th century, The Queen of Hungary used a mixture of rosemary and wine to treat…

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■ Eucalyptus
ByCrystal Peitz February 11, 2026February 11, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Eucalyptus SPP. | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA Gum Tree, Ironbark, Fever Tree Overview One of the tallest medicinal herbs at up to 200 feet (some species even reaching over 300 feet) , eucalyptus boasts many potential health benefits. Traditionally, eucalyptus was used for decongestion and pain relief, often topically. Today, it’s widely for cold &…

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■ Frankincense
ByCrystal Peitz January 28, 2026February 6, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals, Natural Skincare

Boswellia | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA olibanum, boswellia, Incense, Gum Resin Overview Frankincense (Boswellia) has many uses that date back centuries. This ancient Ayurvedic herb was commonly in temples and churches, where it was burned for sacred rituals. Medicinally, it was traditionally used to promote circulation, treat arthritis, and prevent the degeneration of cartilage…

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■ Hibiscus
ByCrystal Peitz January 21, 2026April 4, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals, Natural Haircare, Natural Skincare

Hibiscus is more than a pretty flower — it’s a tart, ruby-red herb traditionally used in teas for everyday wellness. Learn hibiscus benefits, how to brew it, and who should use caution.

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■ Elderberries
ByCrystal Peitz January 15, 2026February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Sambucus nigra | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA elder, common elder, tree of music Overview Elderberries come from the elderflower plant, an herb traditionally used for immune support, promoting perspiration (to reduce duration of fever), reduce respiratory inflammation, and even as a diuretic. While several parts of the plant may be used medicinally, this article…

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■ Holy Basil
ByCrystal Peitz December 31, 2025February 5, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Holy Basil (Tulsi) is a revered adaptogenic herb traditionally used to support stress resilience, immunity, and overall balance. Learn how to use tulsi safely in teas, infusions, and daily herbal rituals.

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■ Thyme
ByCrystal Peitz December 24, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Thymus vulgaris | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA common thyme, French thyme, garden thyme, wild thyme, creeping thyme, mother-of-thyme Overview Thyme has a long, noble history of use, dating back centuries. In ancient Greece it was regarded as a symbol of courage, a reputation that followed through the Middle Ages, when women would gift it…

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■ Cinnamon
ByCrystal Peitz December 17, 2025March 2, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Cinnamomum verum | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA true cinnamon, Mexican cinnamon Overview Cinnamon is a warming herb that has been used in medicine for centuries. It was used in Ayurvedic medicine as far back 2700 BC for fever, diarrhea, and menstrual ailments, and in ancient Egypt for embalming ceremonies. Once considered more valuable than…

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■ Echinacea
ByCrystal Peitz December 10, 2025February 5, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Echinacea purpurea | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA purple coneflower, American coneflower, and black sampson Overview Echinacea purpurea has been recognized as a beneficial herbs for centuries, and was initially used to treat wounds and infections such as syphilis, scarlet fever and malaria. Due to it’s anti-inflammatory properties, it was also commonly used for treating skin conditions…

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■ Lavender
ByCrystal Peitz November 12, 2025March 2, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Lavandula Angustifolia | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA English Lavender, French Lavender Overview Native to the Mediterranean, Lavender has been recognized as a beneficial herbs for more than 2,500 years and is now cultivated worldwide. Derived from the Latin “lavare“, which means “to wash”, this seductive herb was often used in bathing rituals in ancient…

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■ Peppermint
ByCrystal Peitz October 31, 2025March 2, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Mentha piperita AKA Brandy Mint, Field Mint, Herba Menthae Overview Peppermint has a long history of medicinal and culinary use, dating back to ancient Egypt and Greece. The essential oil, rich in menthol, delivers a cooling and refreshing effect—making peppermint one of the most recognized herbs for digestion, tension, and mental clarity. Main Benefits Supports…

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■ Ginger
ByCrystal Peitz October 29, 2025February 5, 2026 Ayurvedic Herbs, Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Zingiber officinale AKA Ardraka (Ayurvedic medicine) Main Ginger Benefits Ginger is a versatile warming herb known for it’s many health benefits, including supporting digestion, helping to relieve nausea, and providing antioxidant support. Overview The benefits of ginger have has been valued for over 5,000 years in traditional medicine across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe….

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■ Burdock Root
ByCrystal Peitz October 20, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Arctium lappa AKA greater burdock, gobo (Japan), Niú bàng (牛蒡 China) Overview Burdock root has been used for centuries across Europe, Asia and North America for its earthy, restorative qualities. In traditional herbal systems, it’s known as a gentle “blood-purifier” and dermal tonic and has held a place in vegetarian and folk cuisine (particularly in…

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■ Chamomile (German)
ByCrystal Peitz October 20, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Matricaria recutita AKA scented mayweed, ground apple, and pinheads Overview German Chamomile – native to Europe, Asia & the Mediterranean and listed in the Lacnunga as a sacred herb – has been recognized as an herbal asset for more than a millennium, treating bloating & abdominal gas, headaches & pain, skin conditions, stress, and insomnia….

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■ Dandelion
ByCrystal Peitz October 15, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

-Taraxacum Officinale- AKA Puff Ball, Lion’s Tooth, Priest’s Crown Overview For a more than a millennium, Traditional Chinese Medicine has recognized dandelion for its detoxification properties, utilizing dandelion tonic to eliminate toxins in the body and enhance digestion & kidney function. All parts of this abundant herb can be used medicinally- the roots, seeds, stems,…

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■ Nettle
ByCrystal Peitz October 12, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Urtica Dioica AKA Stinging Nettle, Nettle/Nettle Leaf, Stinger, and Bichu Overview Stinging nettle is also known as nettle or nettle leaf, stinger or bichu. Stinging nettle, nettle and nettle leaf will be used interchangeably in this herbal index card. Nettle has been recognized for various health & wellness applications for millennia. For example, it was…

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■ Passionflower
ByCrystal Peitz October 8, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Passiflora incarnata AKA Maypop, Apricot Vine, Passion Vine Overview Discover the benefits, contraindications, safe use, dosing and more for one of the prettiest herbs we’ll be exploring- Passionflower. Also known as Passiflora incarnata, Passionflower has been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples of the Americas for its calming and sleep-promoting properties. This delicate flowering vine…

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■ Lemon Balm
ByCrystal Peitz October 5, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Melissa officinalis | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA Sweet Balm, Melissa, Bee Balm Main Benefit: Relaxation, mood balance, digestive health Overview The name Melissa comes from the Greek word for “honeybee,” a nod to the plant’s sweet, citrusy scent that draws bees and soothes humans alike. Lemon Balm is a gentle nervine and carminative herb,…

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■ Ashwagandha
ByCrystal Peitz September 28, 2025February 5, 2026 Herbal Index | Still Earth Botanicals

Withania somnifera | Benefits, Uses & Safety AKA Indian Ginseng, Winter Cherry Main Benefit: Balances cortisol, reduces stress & anxiety Overview “Ashwagandha” is Sanskrit for “smell of the horse,” a name that simultaneously hints at the scent of the herb, and describes it’s reputation – to increase strength & vitality. Ashwagandha is an Ancient Ayurvedic…

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