Blue vervain, known as Verbena Hastata in the scientific community, is a perennial species from t...
Blue vervain, known as Verbena Hastata in the scientific community, is a perennial species from the Verbenaceae family characterized by its purple-blue summer flowers. Hence, the common name blue vervain. It’s a small plant and only grows up to 2 to 5 feet in height.
Blue vervain is also often referred to as American vervain and swamp verbena.
Parts Used: Herb
Certified Organic
Country of Origin: USA
Benefits and Uses
- Respiratory issues
- Relief stress and anxiety
- To release obstructions in the endocrine system
- Improve digestive health
- Immune support
- Support liver functioning
- Induce sleep and improve sleep quality
- Relief pain and inflammation
- Protection against parasitic infections
Blue Vervain is the source of:
- Verbenin
- Triterpenoids
- Beta-carotene
- Caffeic acid
- Iridoid glucosides verbenalin
- Aucubin
- Citral
- Lupeol
- Hastatoside
- Adenosine
Traditional Uses
Blue vervain has long been considered a safe herbal tonic for stress, anxiety, and to improve overall psychological and emotional wellbeing.
Modern Uses
Blue vervain has been found to have nerve calming and mood regulating properties. It is used for stress, anxiety, and sometimes even to get relief from symptoms of depression. It also helps with inflammation and pain, particularly headaches and menstrual cramps. Blue vervain also helps improve digestive and liver function.
Fun Fact
Blue vervain was first discovered on the Mount of Calvary, where it was believed to be used for dressing the wounds of Jesus after he was crucified. Doctors also used the herb during the Revolutionary War, when medicines were short, to induce vomiting and drain mucus from the respiratory tract.
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