Verbena
Vervain
Verbena, 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.
Veronica
Speedwell
Violet
faithfulness, sweet beauty, I return your love, modesty, simplicity
SaintpauliaViolet, Dame’s Violet
Hesperis matronalis
Violet, general
Sweet Violet
Absinthe
Wormwood, Artemisia absinthium
absence, bitterness, comfort, protection for travelers, not to be discouraged
Acacia
Color definitions:
Rose, Pink and White; Elegance, Platonic love
Yellow; Secret love
Acacia leaves; My heart is buried, affection beyond the grave
Achillea
Yarrow
Aconite
Anconitum napellis, Helmet Flower, Monkshood, Wolfsbane, Turk’s Cap, Friar’s Cap