*purchased organic herb*

Wood Betony (Stachys Officinalis)

Taste: Slightly Sweet, Astringent, Mildly Aromatic, Mildly Bitter

Energetics: Mildly Warming, Drying, Tonic and Relaxant dependent on the tissue

Actions: Nervine Relaxant, Bitter Tonic, Astringent, Nervine Trophorestorative, Carminative, Spasmolytic, Expectorant

Affinities: Nervous System, Female Reproductive System, Digestive System, Urinary System, Musculoskeletal System, Integumentary System

Preparations: Infusion, Tincture, Powdered in Honey, Fresh Leaf Poultice

Contraindications: Avoid during pregnancy as it has a slight stimulating effect on the uterus.

Herb-Drug Interaction: caution should be taken if you are on any blood pressure medications, as Wood Betony may lower blood presssure