Question 1

Where is the herb from?

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According to the manufacturer website, the country of origin is Albania and Croatia.

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What is this for?or used for?

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Therapeutic Benefits, Claims and Traditional Uses of Vervain
Vervain Verbena officinalis
Vervain (Verbena officinalis) – Illustration ©The Herbal Resource
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.

Vervain is often used as an herbal remedy for women’s health issues. This herb has been prescribed post-pregnancy in order 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 antispasmodic, it is used to reduce menstrual cramping.

Vervain has also been used as an abortifacient to restore menstruation cycles when there is an unwanted pregnancy.

The tannins in this medicinal herb make it an astringent and therefore it could be used as a mouthwash for bleeding gums, halitosis, tonsillitis and mouth ulcers. One of its traditional uses includes chewing the vervain roots to strengthen teeth and gums.

Used 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.

Vervain is considered a liver tonic, thought to stimulate appetite and aid digestion. Additionally it has been used to treat diarrhea.

This medicinal herb has also been included in “love potions” of many cultures, used in witchcraft and thought to be an aphrodisiac to stimulate sexual arousal.

Other traditional uses of this medicinal herb include treatment of colds, fever, asthma, colic, jaundice, gout, gallstones and parasitic worms.

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Dosage and Administration
Vervain can be used in an infusion, tincture, poultice or ointment, depending on what ailment is being treated.

The usual adult dosage is 2 to 3 grams, three times daily.

Tea is made from one tablespoon of the dried herb and steeped 10-15 minutes. The tea has a rather disagreeable taste, therefore the herb is often taken as a tincture.

The tincture is usually prepared in a 1:1 ratio in 40% alcohol. Many herbalists recommend taking 5-10 mL three times a day.

vervain herb
Vervain Flowers – Medicinal Herb
Potential Side Effects of Vervain
There are no reported side effects of vervain, though it is thought that due to its purgative effects, excess dosages may lead to vomiting.

It should not be used while pregnant as it may stimulate contractions.

The safety of this medicinal herb for children or for people with severe liver or kidney disease remains unknown.

Question 3

What specific vervain is this?

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The package says Verbena Officinalis.

Question 4

Do these expire and where should it be kept?

Accepted Answer

Yes they do expire however that is not put on the product, we can contact Starwest Botanicals with the Lot number and they will provide an expiration date. Traditionally if they are kept in a sealed container they should last for quite some time.

Product Dimensions	13.97 x 19.05 x 6.35 cm; 453.59 g
Item model number	TRTD6576
Weight	1 Pounds
Units	473.18 millilitre
Brand	Starwest Botanicals
Format	Cut
Special Feature	Organic
Certification	USDA_Organic
Package Information	Bag

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