Another of my endless winter projects... creating and growing a cute little terrarium, like the one below. I recently bought the perfect spherical glass bowl (Crate and Barrel) and I am now researching plants - I'm thinking to include plants that are natural remedies to health concerns. Maybe even some herbs for homemade loose leaf teas! I have found many great websites that sell organic seeds at reasonable prices. I'm also contemplating creating laminated labels with the plant's scientific names - for another visual aesthetic.
Clearly, with my limited planting abilities, the difficultly with this project is going to be keeping this little ecosystem alive. I'll post pictures of my progress.
A few plants and their health benefits:
- Aloe vera- Anti-inflammatory, used for skin wounds and dryness
- Mint- Sedative, antispasmodic (useful for colds and flu), antimicrobial, beneficial to liver and digestion processes
- Chamomile- Insomnia, anxiety, wounds, burns, eczema, aids in stomach processes
- Lemon Balm- Eases pain, reduces stress, aids in indigestion and bloating
- Rose Hips- Immune functioning, strengthens vascular system, source of vitamin C, contains bioflavonoids
- Lavender- Treats respiratory problems, enhances circulation of blood, removes tension and calms nerves
- Fennel- Aids in anemia (source of iron), indigestion, constipation, natural diuretic
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