Catnip

— Materia Medica

Snapshot

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) — reference monograph in your Materia Medica.
Overview
A gentle mint that calms restlessness and supports kid‑friendly digestive teas.
Constituents & energetics
Nepetalactone‑rich volatiles; mild bitters. Taste: minty‑herbal; relaxing.
Parts used
Leaf/flowering tops.
Preparations

Light, covered infusion (mild and aromatic).
Glycerite/tincture.

Notes
Lovely with chamomile or lemon balm for bedtime blends.
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