Catnip is also known as catmint. Cats are attracted to it because of its distinctive smell.
In folk medicine it was used as a remedy for colic and flatulence and also to treat stomach upsets and diarrhea.
Catnip was also used to treat bronchitis, colds and influenza. Anemia was also treated with it, and it was used to induce the menstrual flow.
It was thought to be useful in treating nervous conditions and insomnia.
Externally it was used to treat cuts, bruises and sores.
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