- mugwort (good for dreams, muscle pain, in baths for muscle soreness, poison ivy rash) ++
- lavender (anti-inflammatory, good for depression, induces relaxation and deep sleep)
- chamomile (reduces anxiety, stomach troubles, colds, muscle aches and insomnia)
- basil (good for asthma, good antioxidant)
- cilantro (removes toxins, beneficial for digestion)
- catnip (for my cats!)
- patchouli (good for relaxation, headache relief) ++
- lemon balm (excellent antioxidant, antibacterial properties) + ++
- ginger (anti-inflammatory, good for colds) + ++
- St. John's wort (depression, muscle pain) + ++
- purple potatoes (good antioxidant, lowers blood pressure) ++
- tulips (aesthetics) +
- venus fly trap (my own amusement)
- parsley (good antioxidant, healthy for immune system) ++
- chinese evergreen (good for air quality) +, ++
- spiderplant (reduces indoor air pollution) +, ++
- ficus (reduces indoor air pollution), +, ++
- + = doesn't require a lot of sunlight
- ++ = easy to grow
jan 29 2012 ∞
feb 20 2012 +
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