Vervain
Common or European vervain, also known as enchanter’s plant, herb-of-the-cross, herb of grace, holy herb, ma bian cao, pigeon’s grass, pigeon weed, simpler’s joy, or verbena. This is a deeply historic herb known to cure many ailments such as headaches, insomnia, depression, anxiety, kidney stones, gout, jaundice and more. The name “vervain” comes from the Celtic term “ferfaen; “fer” meaning “to drive away” and “faen” meaning “a stone”. There are many, many other beliefs and rituals surrounding this astounding herb, dating back to Roman times.
Speedwell
faithfulness, sweet beauty, I return your love, modesty, simplicity
Hesperis matronalis
Sweet Violet
Wormwood, Artemisia absinthium
absence, bitterness, comfort, protection for travelers, not to be discouraged
Color definitions:
Rose, Pink and White; Elegance, Platonic love
Yellow; Secret love
Acacia leaves; My heart is buried, affection beyond the grave
Yarrow
Anconitum napellis, Helmet Flower, Monkshood, Wolfsbane, Turk’s Cap, Friar’s Cap