There's an entire world of medicinal plants out there. We've been able to narrow down your search to the top 5 plants. Next time you or a loved one is dealing with a medical issue, you can run into your backyard instead of running to your medicine cabinet!

1. Feverfew

Families can use feverfew in a variety of ways, but one of my favorite methods is as an herbal bath. For centuries, people have chewed on the leaves or drank herbal teas to relieve headaches, as well as fevers. (Check with your doctor about its use among very young children.)

2. Echinacea

One of the most popular medicinal herbs is Echinacea, which produces a beautiful purple flower.

Echinacea can be used to boost the immune system if you have the flu or cold. Historically, people used it to fight infections, relieve pain, treat snake bites, reduce coughs and heal sore throats.

You can steep the leaves and petals or the dried roots in boiling water, creating an herbal tea.

3. Lemon balm

Those suffering from insomnia, anxiety, an upset stomach, or a viral infection can find lemon balm useful.

Make an herbal syrup to reduce anxiety at night with honey. Using fresh leaves, make a homemade tea bag for an upset stomach. Another great way to use lemon balm is to add it in homemade salves, helping to heal minor cuts.

4. Yarrow

It can reduce fevers, shorten flu and colds, help kids to relax and lessen cramps. You also can use yarrow topically to help with skin itching and rashes.

Create herbal teas, combined with other herbs like lemon balm or chamomile. Tea also helps with a cold or congestion.

5. Calendula

The beautiful, orange flowers pop in the summertime. Calendula petals are edible; try adding them to your salads.

For centuries, people found ways to use calendula to disinfect minor wounds, treat infections, heal skin irritation and reduce pain. Making a healing salve from calendula is simple and makes a fantastic addition to your first-aid kit.

Have you grown and used any of these medicinal plants? Are there others that we should add to the list?

Article Source: Off The Grid News