Catnip - Nepeta Cataria - Canada - Some historical uses: Mosquito repellant - 10 times as effective as DEET against mosquitos- North American Indians used catnip for its sedative effect on the nervous system as well as for treating colic in infants.  Culpepper mentions catnip for hemorroids. Catnip has been documented as normalizing blood pressure. It is a mild tranquilizer that helps relieve stress, promotes restfulness, and stimulates the appetite, soothing babies and children. used to induce sweating without bringing on a fever and promotes menstruation. Used to treat anxiety, colds, flu, bronchitis, fever, inflammation, and general aches and pains. A good remedy for diarrhea, even in children, and for inflammatory bowel conditions and infections, and constipation. It helps reduce pains caused by menstruation and can help regulate periods.  helps prevent and dispel gas, and is mild enough to be used for colic in babies. Will help headaches caused by tension, indigestion and stress-related conditions. A good antiseptic for sore throats and coughs, a decongestant for catarrh and sinusitis, and a relaxant for croup and asthma.  can be applied to hemorrhoids to soothe burning and itching or on eruptive skin infections such as measles and chickenpox.  speed tissue repair, help stop bleeding of abrasions and cuts, and aid in the healing of burns and scalds, piles and insect bites and other inflammatory skin conditions.

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