Plant Families Flashcards
Annonace
Soothing, calm, balancing
Ylang-ylang
Burseaceae
Anti-inflammatory, healing scar tissue, relaxing, anti-depressant
Frankincense
Myrrh
Compositae
(Daisy-like), calming, anti-septic, anti-inflammatory
Roman & German Chamomile
Helichrysum
Yarrow
Cupressaceae
Tonic, warming, anti-rheumatic, helps with cellulite, reduces nervous tension
Cypress
Juniper
Geranicaceae
Anti-inflammatory, soothing, balance nervous system
Geranium
Graminae
Acne, aches, pain, circulation
Palmarosa
Lemongrass
Vetiver
Labiatae / Lamiaceae
Stimulating, energizing
Basil Clary Sage Rosemary Sage Lavender Lavandin Marjoram Patchouli Thyme Melissa Hyssop Peppermint
Lauraceae
Anti-fungal, bactericidal, antiviral
Cinnamon
Rosewood
Myristicaceae
Powerful brain stimulant, tonic to the uterus
Nutmeg
Myrtaceae
Highly antiseptic, infections, tonic, stimulant
Bay Niaouli Cajeput Tea Tree Eucalyptus Clove Bud Myrtle
Oleaceae
Jasmine
Pinaceae
Anti-septic, respiratory problems involving an excessive build-up of mucus (catarrh)
Pine Cedarwood Fir Black Spruce Spruce Hemlock
Piperaceae
Anti-catarrhal, expectorant, analgesic, stimulant to circulatory and digestive systems
Black Pepper
Rosaceae
Hormone balancing, aphrodisiac
Rose
Rutaceae
Cooling, refreshing, skincare, digestive
Citrus Family: Bergamot Neroli, Petitgrain Orange Grapefruit Lemon Mandarin Lime
Santalaceae
Balances NS, excretory systems, hormonal regulator, skin problem
Sandalwood
Styraceae
Anti-catarrhal, expectorant, powerful skin-healing effects, warming, joint pain, circulation
Benzoin
Umbelliferae
Balancing to digestive system
Fennel
Coriander
Carrot Seed
Zingiberaceae
Digestive
Cardamom
Ginger
