Rosemary
plant
taxonomy
parts used
application
mode of action
Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
Leaves
Mild pain reliever and nervous tension, can treat low mood, depression and sleeplessness
Anxiolytic and sedative properties, a GABA-A potentiator, similar effect on GABA-benzodiazepine receptors and useful in treatment for insomnia. May inhibit cholinesterase and have a protective effect on dopaminergic neurons. Antiplatelet agents, salicylate-containing herb & supplement.