Abigails Herbs

Vervain treats mild headaches, arthritis pain and other body aches. It can be drank as a tea, however, due to its bitter taste, one must add some form of sweetener, such as Stevia.

The vervain plant grows as a three foot tall perennial with wispy blue flowers, hence, it is sometimes called blue vervain. It is a member of the hyssop family of botanicals. It is native to Canada, the northern USA and England.

Vervain is known as a natural tranquilizer which is taken for insomnia and other nervous conditions. In tea form, it is recommended for treatment of fevers and colds and especially for relief of congestion of the throat and chest.

Taken internally, vervain is helpful for healing intestinal worms. Taken externally, it is effective for healing wounds and sores.  Pregnant women should avoid taking vervain because it has a stimulating effect on the  uterus.

Asthmatics and people with congestive heart failure or heart disease should stay away from vervain because it decreases heart rate and constricts bronchial passages.