Lamiaceae
Mint Family
Stem Structure
Square stems, opposite leaves
Common Compounds
Essential oils (menthol, thymol, linalool), rosmarinic acid
Traditional Uses
Digestive support, respiratory health, relaxation
Plants in this Family
Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
Lamiaceae
European folk medicine for nervous conditions, insomnia, headachesWound healing and antiseptic applicationsDigestive disorders and stomach upset
Peppermint
Mentha x piperita
Lamiaceae
European folk medicine for digestive disorders, nausea, flatulenceRespiratory conditions including colds, coughs, bronchitisHeadache and tension relief
Holy Basil
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Lamiaceae
Respiratory conditions (colds, cough, asthma, bronchitis)Stress reduction and mental clarityDigestive disorders and stomach problems
Chaste Tree
Vitex agnus-castus
Lamiaceae
Menstrual irregularities and PMSFertility enhancement and reproductive healthMenopausal symptoms and hormonal balance
Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
Lamiaceae
Memory enhancement and cognitive functionCirculation problems and poor blood flowDigestive complaints and loss of appetite
Sage
Salvia officinalis
Lamiaceae
Menopausal symptoms and hot flashesExcessive sweating and night sweatsSore throat and mouth inflammation
Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Lamiaceae
Respiratory conditions (coughs, bronchitis, whooping cough)Digestive complaints and poor appetiteUrinary tract infections
Oregano
Origanum vulgare
Lamiaceae
Respiratory conditions (coughs, bronchitis, asthma)Digestive disorders and poor appetiteMenstrual irregularities and painful periods
Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Lamiaceae
Digestive disorders and stomach upsetRespiratory ailments including coughs and bronchitisNervous tension and stress relief
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis
Lamiaceae
Anxiety, stress, and nervous tensionInsomnia and sleep disordersDigestive disorders and stomach upset
Self-Heal
Prunella vulgaris
Lamiaceae
Wound healing and cutsMouth sores and sore throatDigestive inflammation
Wood Betony
Stachys betonica
Lamiaceae
Nervous system disorders and anxietyHeadaches and migrainesDigestive weakness and poor appetite
Catnip
Nepeta cataria
Lamiaceae
Nervous tension and anxietyInsomnia and sleep disordersDigestive conditions and colic
Skullcap
Scutellaria lateriflora
Lamiaceae
Nervous tension and anxietyInsomnia and sleep disordersSeizures and convulsions
Motherwort
Leonurus cardiaca
Lamiaceae
Heart conditions and palpitationsAnxiety and nervous tensionMenstrual irregularities and menopause
Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider.