Sage

Scientific Name: Salvia officinalis

Description

Gray-green leaves; aromatic.

Therapeutic Properties

Antimicrobial; Astringent; Carminative; Antihidrotic

Temperament

Warm

How to Use

Tea; Gargle; Culinary

Dosage

Tea/gargle: 1–2 tsp leaf

Precautions

High-dose thujone caution; pregnancy/lactation caution

Replacement / Alternatives

Thyme; Rosemary

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany