St. John’s Wort – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: The medicinal part is the aerial part of the plant, Hyperici herba Romania: One of the most important medicinal plants Tea for anxiety, insomnia, depression Oil (“sun oil”) for wounds, burns Hungary: Used for nervous disorders and...

Lavender – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Lavender sachets are placed in wardrobes against moths. Used for insomnia and anxiety (tea, essential oil, pillow sachets). Lavender oil is applied for minor burns and insect bites.

Lemon Balm – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Known in Romania as “roiniță.” Used for anxiety, insomnia, and nervous palpitations. Often combined with valerian in calming teas. Lemon balm syrup is prepared in some households as a refreshing summer drink. Unusual,...

Mint – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: In Romania, mint tea (“ceai de mentă”) is one of the most commonly used household remedies for digestive disorders, bloating, and nausea.Traditionally used for biliary dyskinesia and stomach cramps.Peppermint oil is used externally...

Rosemary – Traditional uses in folk medicine

Traditional uses in folk medicine: Cultivated mainly in gardens; less traditional than mint or chamomile but increasingly popular. Used for improving memory and concentration (inhalation of essential oil). Applied externally in alcohol-based solutions for muscle pain...