{"product_id":"european-vervain-organic","title":"European Vervain (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk Herbs: European Vervain (Organic) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVerbena Officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e C\/S\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 oz package\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e European Vervain, Verbena, Pigeon's grass, Holy Herb, Enchanter's Herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlbania\/Croatia\/Bulgaria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerbena officinalis, the common vervain or common verbena, is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows up to a meter (yard) high, with an upright habit. The lobed leaves are toothed, and the delicate spikes hold mauve flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean vervain is a cousin of the Blue Vervain (American vervain). Vervain is thought to affect the parasympathetic nervous system and therefore serves a restorative and recuperative function. It is commonly used as a natural remedy for nervous tension, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, lethargy, and even depression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVervain is often used as an herbal remedy for women's health issues. This herb has been prescribed post-pregnancy to enhance lactation as well as to stimulate contraction of the uterus, and it is often used during labor. The analgesic effects of it may counter headaches and abdominal pain associated with menstruation, and as it is considered a natural anti-spasmodic, it is used to reduce menstrual cramping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed as a poultice or ointment, the herb may be used as a natural remedy for bruises, skin infections, insect bites, eczema, and other skin disorders. It has also been used to alleviate sprains.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eVervain is considered a liver tonic, thought to stimulate appetite and aid digestion. Additionally, it has been used to treat diarrhea. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY! This herb is an abortifacient!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn Magick, Vervain is ruled by Earth and Venus. An excellent herb to use in all types of spells to deepen relationships. A wonderful herb to use for purification of all types and in protection blends.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor educational purposes only. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raven Moon Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50438147014942,"sku":"691959142332","price":3.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7448\/8350\/files\/EVervain_OG.png?v=1780190424","url":"https:\/\/shop.ravenmoonemporium.com\/products\/european-vervain-organic","provider":"Raven Moon Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}