Isatis (Woad) Leaf (Dried)

Isatis Leaf (Woad) - Isatis tinctoria
 
Traditional use gives Isatis, (Woad) a fairly clear personality. It is not a gentle, nourishing tonic. It is more often described as a bitter, cooling, short-term herb used when you  feel “hot,” inflamed, swollen, or infectious. That is why it appears in discussions of sore throat, influenza-like illness, inflamed skin, feverish states, and eruptions. In modern language, the herb is often explored for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and skin-calming potential.