Find

Blue vervain

Botanicals / Herbs

Also known as: Swamp verbenaWild hyssop
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: Verbena hastata
Related Remedies: Vervain

Description: Blue vervain is a flowering perennial herb native to North America. It is from verbenaceae family. Its leaves and roots are used medicinally.

Oral Uses

  • Common cold RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is an expectorant; promotes the expulsion of mucus from throat and lungs. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Epilepsy RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is an antiepileptic; reduces epilepsy symptoms. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Throat catarrh congestion RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is an expectorant; promotes the expulsion of mucus from throat and lungs. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Earache RatingRating

    Blue vervain is a calmative; it has a calming and relaxing effect; reduces pain. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • General well-being RatingRating

    Blue vervain enhances good feeling. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Insomnia RatingRating

    Blue vervain is a calmative; it has a calming and relaxing effect; improves sleep. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Intestinal parasites RatingRating

    Blue vervain eliminates intestinal parasites. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Antiepileptic RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is an antiepileptic; reduces epilepsy symptoms. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Decongestant RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is a decongestant; reduces and relieves congestion. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Diaphoretic RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is a diaphoretic; promotes sweating. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Galactogogue RatingRatingRating

    Blue vervain is a galactogogue; increases milk production. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Alterative RatingRating

    Blue vervain is an alterative and a detoxifier. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Analgesic RatingRating

    Blue vervain is an analgesic; alleviates pain. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anthelmintic RatingRating

    Blue vervain is an anthelmintic; it is a vermifuges; eliminates parasites. Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Uses

  • Bruises RatingRating

    Blue vervain alleviates bruises and pain. Apply blue vervain containing topical preparation 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Skin wounds RatingRating

    Blue vervain accelerates tissue healing. Apply blue vervain containing topical preparation 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Vulnerary RatingRating

    Blue vervain is a vulnerary; soothes and heals damaged tissue. Apply blue vervain containing topical preparation 2-3 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Recommended Dosage

Take blue vervain daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Do not use blue vervain during pregnancy. Overdoses may cause nausea and vomiting.

Available Forms

Blue vervain is available in capsule, tincture, tea bags, powder and bulk form.

The information provided on this site is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice or prescription from your physician or other health care professional. Please view our full Terms of Use Agreement for more information and the terms and conditions governing your use of this site.