The Herbal Column
Modern Musings on Ancient Greek Herbalism
Medicinal Herbs in Ancient Greece
Lemon balm, St. John’s wort, oregano, and mastic. What medicinal powers do these herbs have and how did the ancient Greeks use them for their own health?
From The Herbal Academy: The Four Humours of Ancient Greek Medicine
Excerpt from The Herbal Academy: “Herbalism is an ancient practice with thousands of years of historical applications. Today, the well-recognized ancient traditions of Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine remain instrumental as effective herbal practices. Equally important is understanding and recognizing the contributions of ancient Greek herbalism, namely the four humours. Although these concepts are no longer mainstream theories, they continue to provide an underlying foundation to modern medical and herbal practices.”
Medicinal Herbs in Ancient Greece
Lemon balm, St. John’s wort, oregano, and mastic. What medicinal powers do these herbs have and how did the ancient Greeks use them for their own health?
A story for every image
Visit The Greek Herbalist on Instagram to learn more about ancient herbs, herbalists, and practices.
