A fragrant member of the mint family native to Central Asia, catnip has long been valued in Western herbalism for its calming and digestive properties. The volatile oil nepetalactone distinguishes it as both a gentle nervine for human anxiety and the feline-attracting compound that makes it irresistible to cats.
leaf, flower
tea, tincture, capsule, poultice
1–3 cups tea daily from dried leaves; 20–30 drops tincture 2–3× daily
Very safe. May cause drowsiness.
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