Have a look at the complete Alphabetical List of Herbs A-Z and where they stand as per need in different sections.
Are you curious to know more about the A-Z herbs then this list is for you. Learn about every herb with different uses in this post.
List of A-Z Herbs
Culinary
1. Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
This popular culinary herb has numerous uses and benefits; it is available in a range of varieties. Basil leaves have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties.
2. Bay (Laurus nobilis)
Also known as sweet bay or bay laurel, whole leaves of this fragrant herb are added to soups, stews, and sauces.
3. Bayberry (Myrica)
The berries are used in candle making, and leaves are added to meat dishes and stews.
4. Burnet (Sanguisorba)
Native to western, central, and southern Europe; southwest western Asia, northwest Africa, and across North America. This herb gives a flavor like a cucumber; it is added to salads and dressings.
5. Calamint (Calamintha)
This bushy herb from the UK spread from rhizomes. The leaves are textured with velvety hairs.
6. Caraway (Carum carvi)
This biennial herb belongs to Europe and western Asia. The licorice-flavored seeds enhance the taste of soups, bread, sauerkraut, pickles, and sauces. Roots are also boiled before consumption. Caraway is used medicinally to treat eye infections, toothache, and rheumatism.
7. Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium)
It also goes with the name French or garden parsley. The stems and leaves are used in french dishes giving a mild flavor between parsley and anise.
8. Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)
Chives give a mild onion-like taste to dishes; it is used for garnishing main meal or salads. This herb is commonly used as a topping on pasta, casseroles, omelets, and chicken curry.
9. Cicely (Myrrhis odorata)
This perennial herb with fern-like leaves is consumed raw or cooked, giving a similar taste to anise.
10. Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum)
This cool-season herb has many uses in dishes; both coriander and cilantro belong to the Coriandrum sativum plant. In the US, the leaves and stems of the plant are called cilantro, whereas dried seeds are known as coriander.
11. Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
This popular herb is used to flavor Indian and Latin cuisines. All parts of this annual herb are used, from leaves to seeds. It also has many medicinal uses.
12. Costmary (Tanacetum balsamita)
This fragrant perennial herb is also known as ale cost and bible leaf. The bitter, slightly lemony leaves are used fresh in salads and for flavoring meats, poultry, and English ale.
13. Cuban Oregano (Coleus amboinicus)
This perennial herb gives a strong flavor like oregano; it is used in cooking and for medicinal purposes.
14. Dill (Anethum graveolens)
This annual herb is used fresh for pickling and served with salmon. It is recommended to use fresh as dill loses flavor quickly.
15. Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Fennel has two types: the herb and bulb. Both have an anise flavor. All parts of the plant are edible. It is used in salads, pasta, and stews.
16. Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
This perennial herb has a distinctly sweet, pungent fragrance, making it a favorite choice for many Mediterranean cuisines.
17. Mint (Mentha)
Mint has several culinary and medicinal uses. Follow this post and grow mint indoors.
18. Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)
Nasturtiums are loaded with vitamins and minerals; they have both medicinal and culinary uses.
19. Oregano (Origanum)
Oregano has a slightly pungent, aromatic, and earthy flavor that spices up the taste of many dishes.
20. Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)
This herb is widely used as a garnishing, condiment, and flavoring agent. The seed, leaf, and root are used in making medicine.
21. Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Rosemary is used in both food and medicine; the leaves are used in stews, soups, fish, bread, and roasted vegetables.
22. Sweet Bay (Laurus nobilis)
Sweet bay is loved in stews, roasts, soups, and casseroles. Learn to grow this herb here.
23. Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
This fragrant perennial herb has many culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses.
24. Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
This popular natural herb is used as a spice in a range of cuisines; it also has many health benefits.
Aromatic
25. Bee balm (Monarda)
This mint family member is also known as horsemint, Oswego tea, and bergamot. The fragrant leaves are grown to attract pollinators in the garden.
26. California Bay (Umbellularia californica)
This aromatic herb is used in a similar way as bay laurel for seasoning dishes.
27. Catnip (Nepeta Cataria)
This perennial offers blue flowers and is planted as an ornamental herb in the garden. It attracts cats to your yard.
28. Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)
This herb has therapeutic qualities and is used in the fragrance industries; it is also used in traditional medicinal practices.
29. Santolina (Santolina chamaecyparissus)
The fragrant leaves are used for seasoning broths, soups, stews, meat, and fish dishes.
30. Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Yarrow is a flowering herb; its petals are edible. This fragrant, medicinal, drought-resistant herb is a good option for border planting.
Medicinal
31. Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
This fragrant herb has a flavor of licorice; the root and leaf are used to make medicine. It is used to treat intestinal gas, upset stomach, runny nose, and as an expectorant.
32. Angelica (Wild celery)
The seeds, roots, and fruits of this herb are used to make medicine for treating intestinal gas, heartburn, arthritis, and loss of appetite.
33. Aralia (Aralia)
Also known as American spikenard, the roots are used in teas and tonics for a balsamic flavor. Harvest the roots in the late summer and dried to preserve them. It has similar effects to ginseng root. This herb is used to make a poultice for eczema and rheumatism.
34. Arnika (Arnika montana)
Also known as leopard’s bane, wolf’s bane, mountain arnica, and mountain tobacco. It is used topically and considered toxic if consumed.
35. Astralagus (Astragalus propinquus)
Commonly known as Mongolian milkvetch, this herb is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
36. Borage (Borago officinalis)
Borage is planted in vegetables, flowers, and herb gardens to attract pollinators and repel hornworms near tomatoes. The leaves and blooms are edible. Medicinally, it has anti-inflammatory uses.
37. Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
This flowering plant is used to reduce fever, menstrual cramps, and muscle spasms.
38. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
Chamomile is used as herbal tea to relax the nervous and digestive systems, leaves and flowers are edible. This versatile herb can be grown in both shade, full sun, and indoors in containers.
39. Comfrey (Symphytum)
Also known as blackwort, this perennial herb has a deep root system. It is rich in calcium and vitamin C.
40. Cotula (Cotula)
This annual herb has a strong unpleasant odor, giving it another name, stinking chamomile. It is commonly used in tea.
41. Dittany of Crete (Origanum dictamnus)
It is not widely used as an herb today; previously, it was used therapeutically. Dittany features pink or lavender blooms and oval hairy leaves.
42. Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides)
This perennial herb is used in Mexican cooking; it also has many medicinal uses.
43. Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
This flower herb from the daisy family is grown for ornamental uses. It is also used medicinally to treat migraines.
44. Geraniums (Geranium)
The essential oil of this herb has antibacterial properties; it heals anxiety, infection, and depression.
45. Germander (Teucrium)
Germander is used to make medicine for stomach and intestinal problems. It is also used in herbal teas.
46. Gingko Biloba (Ginkgo biloba)
This powerful herb has many health benefits; it can be used to cure inflammation, improve heart health, and reduce anxiety.
47. Ginseng (Panax ginseng)
This herb is useful for overall health; it improves the immune system and fights stress and diseases.
48. Golden Rod (Solidago)
It is useful in treating diabetes, enlarged liver, tuberculosis, and asthma.
49. Horehound (Marrubium vulgare)
Horehound is used for bloating, gas, diabetes, and constipation. The candy drops of this herb are bittersweet and dark-hued.
50. Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
The fragrant, dried hyssop leaves are useful in healing intestinal and digestive problems.
51. Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor)
It has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal properties, this herb is useful for curing minor pains and aches.
52. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
The oil and flowers have an amazing aroma that has calming effects and is useful in relaxing certain muscles.
53. Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
This calming herb can reduce anxiety and stress, boost sleep, and improve appetite.
54. Lemon Verbena (Aloysia citrodora)
This versatile herb has both culinary and medicinal uses; it is used in sweet and savory cuisines. It treats digestive issues, joint pain, and insomnia.
55. Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
The fragrant leaves are great in curing a common cold, cough, pain, convulsions, and exhaustion.
56. Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
Licorice root is used for treating kidney, lung, and liver diseases.
57. Lovage (Levisticum officinale)
Lovage leaves, stalks, and seeds can be added to salads and soups. It is also used for heartburn, bloating, and indigestion.
58. Lungwort (Pulmonaria officinalis)
This medicinal herb is used to address problems related to the lungs, stomach, and urinary tract.
59. Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)
Milk thistle has red to purple blooms and glossy pale green foliage; it treats liver and gall bladder issues.
60. Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
Mugwort is taken orally to encourage irregular menstruation, digestive issues, and high blood pressure.
61. Mullein (Verbascum)
Mullein can heal tuberculosis, colds, coughs, and fever. This herb is a safe respiratory tonic.
62. Myrtle Herb (Myrtle communis L.)
This aromatic herb treats cough, tuberculosis, and other respiratory issues.
63. Nettle (Urtica dioica)
Singing nettle is used as a pizza topping, pesto, and soups. It also aids in anemia, gout, eczema, and arthritis.
64. Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium)
This herb has a strong smell that resembles spearmint; it is used to season wine, food, and herbal teas. The extracts are used to stimulate menstruation.
65. Peppermint (Mentha × piperita)
Peppermint oil can be applied to the skin to cure joint pain, headaches, and itching. It is also used to treat digestive issues.
66. Rue (Ruta graveolens)
Rue can be applied to the skin for healing sprains, arthritis, swollen skin, and toothaches.
67. St Johns Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
It is used for handling depression, menopause symptoms, and other conditions.
68. Saffron (Crocus sativus)
Saffron is a potent antioxidant that acts as an aphrodisiac, improves mood, and may aid weight loss.
69. Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sage is used for gas, gastritis, bloating, and heartburn. It is also added in stuffings and sausage.
70. Salvia (Salvia officinalis)
This herb is used for treating gout, ulcers, inflammation, and dizziness.
71. Savory (Satureja hortensis)
Savory gives a meaty flavor; it has both medicinal and culinary uses.
72. Skullcap (Scutellaria)
The flower of this herb looks like a ‘little dish’ or helmet; it is used to deal with nervous system-related disorders, chorea, and epilepsy.
73. Sorrel (Rumex acetosa)
Sorrel helps alleviate pain, swelling, and respiratory tract problems.
74. Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum)
This herb plant is used as an astringent, antiseptic, tonic, and stimulant. It is useful in healing coughs, tumors, and cancers.
75. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)
Also known as candy leaf, this herb is used to sweeten beverages and tea.
76. Sweet cicely (Myrrhis odorata)
This herb is a zero-calorie alternative to sugar; it can be cooked like spinach or added fresh to salads, omelets, or soups.
77. Sweet Grass (Hierochloe odorata)
This herb has several medicinal characteristics; it is dried and added to teas for treating sore throats, coughs, and fevers.
78. Sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum)
This herb heals migraine, nerve pain, and water retention. You can use it to prevent urinary disorders.
79. Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)
Also known as golden buttons, this herb is used medicinally for curing intestinal and stomach-related ailments.
80. Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)
Tarragon has both culinary and medicinal uses. In a fresh form, it can be added to chicken dishes. Medicinally, this herb treats water retention, toothache, and digestive issues.
81. Tulsi / Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Holy basil is used in Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicine system. It gives a peppery taste. The chemicals in it can lower pain and swelling.
82. Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)
Valerian herb is used to cure headaches, anxiety, insomnia, and depression.
83. Woodruff (Galium odoratum)
The star-shaped, small, white bloom occurs from April to June. It is used to ease nerve pain, migraine, and chest congestion.
84. Wormwood
This herb is used in alcoholic beverages, absinthe, and vermouth. It is also taken to alleviate digestive issues like loss of appetite, gall bladder problems, upset stomach, and intestinal spasms.
85. Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria)
Also known as kentjur and white turmeric, it treats loss of appetite, indigestion, anxiety, and stress.
