Herbal Actions & Properties (TERMS)

Question 1

These herbs support the body’s stress response and help it return to balance.

Answer 1

adaptogen

Question 2

These herbs support detoxification through supporting the liver, lymph, kidneys, and/or the skin. Strengthen and nourish the body by helping it to eliminate waste.

Answer 2

alterative

Question 3

These herbs relieve pain.

Answer 3

analgesic

Question 4

These herbs kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria by either direct action or by encouraging immune response.

Answer 4

antibacterial

Question 5

These herbs relieve symptoms of depression.

Answer 5

antidepressant

Question 6

These herbs reduce inflammation through a variety of actions.

Answer 6

anti-inflammatory

Question 7

These herbs inhibit the growth of fungus by either direct action or by encouraging immune response.

Answer 7

anti fungal

Question 8

These herbs reduce spasms in smooth or skeletal muscles.

Answer 8

antispasmodic

Question 9

These herbs contain essential oils and are also antimicrobial, carminative, and/or diaphoretic.

Answer 9

aromatic

Question 10

These herbs cause tissues to contract. Tightens the weave. Toning action.

Answer 10

astringent

Question 11

A taste that aids in digestion and stimulates digestive secretions such as bile to aid in fat digestion

Answer 11

bitter

Question 12

The herbs support digestion, relieve bloating and gas, and are often aromatic.

Answer 12

carminative

Question 13

These herms stimulate bile production and release from the liver and gallbladder

Answer 13

cholagogue

Question 14

These herbs soothe irritates and inflamed mucosal tissue internally.

Answer 14

demulcent

Question 15

These herbs induce sweating. Used tor educe febers.

Answer 15

diaphoretic

Question 16

These herbs promote urine production to help the body eliminate excess fluid.

Answer 16

diuretic

Question 17

These herbs induce vomiting.

Answer 17

emetic

Question 18

The herbs stimulate menses.

Answer 18

emmenagogue

Question 19

These herms are soothing and moistening to external tissues.

Answer 19

emollient

Question 20

These herbs aid in the expulsion of mucus from the lungs.

Answer 20

expectorant

Question 21

These herbs increase the flow of breast milk.

Answer 21

galactagogue

Question 22

These herbs tone and support the liver.

Answer 22

hepatic

Question 23

These herbs are powerful sedatives which depress the heat rate and respiration and cause sleepiness.

Answer 23

hypnotic

Question 24

These herbs raise blood pressure.

Answer 24

hyper-tensive

Question 25

These herbs lower blood pressure.

Answer 25

hypo-tensive

Question 26

These herbs up or down regulate the immune system and encourage a proper immune response. Stimulate immune response to illness and reduce overactive immune response such as those seen in autoimmune conditions and allergies.

Answer 26

immunomodulator

Question 27

These herbs stimulate bowel movements and moisten or loosen stool.

Answer 27

laxative

Question 28

These herbs encourage lymphatic flow to relieve congestion.

Answer 28

lymphatic

Question 29

These herbs are slippery when wet and are used internally as a demulcent.

Answer 29

mucilaginous

Question 30

This category of herbs strengthens, relax, or stimulate the nervous system.

Answer 30

nervine

Question 31

These herbs ease contraction and constriction of tissues.

Answer 31

relaxant

Question 32

These herbs produce redness in the skin by increasing blood circulation and dilating the capillaries.

Answer 32

rubefacient

Question 33

These herbs reduce excitability and irritability and slow the energy of the body.

Answer 33

sedative

Question 34

These herbs increase cellular activity.

Answer 34

stimulant

Question 35

These herbs slow bleeding.

Answer 35

styptic

Question 36

These herbs have restorative properties and are used to increase energy and strengthen organ function.

Answer 36

tonic

Question 37

These herbs are used to promote the healing of wounds of the skin, mucosa, or other body tissues. ie calendula

Answer 37

vulnerary

Question 38

These herbs induce miscarriage or premature removal of a fetus.

Answer 38

abortifacient

Question 39

The herbs aid the action of a medicinal agent.

Answer 39

adjuvant