Ok guys, I was reading about this plant in island which has both anesthetic and nutritious properties. I thought I would be a good idea to catch up on my survival botanics and ask the experts here if they now any widely spread medicinal plants. Nothing to complicated just the basics if you have any e-books they would be appreciated!
I know that cinnamon cloves are good for toothaches and honey and garlic have very mild antibiotic properties. But that’s as far as my knowledge goes on this.
As a side note, I´m finding myself more and more involved into survival topics as I am quite afraid that the world we live in has become quite volatile and could change any day for the worst. As a parent I have no other option but to be prepared, I thank all you guys for helping me and others out like you do!

Dark,
I agree with you wholeheartedly on the notion that we are living in troubled times. Strange days have found us.. Although I do not personally know alot about botany and the useful plants in your area, I know a bit about the ones around me, and I do believe that you are on the right track as it is far better to be prepared than to wait until the last minute.

The first thing that would help us help you in your quest would be to give us a little detail on the climate area that you live in, whether it be alpine, temperate, tropical, or any other, since most vegetation is limited by area, topography and seasonal changes. Stuff that may be abundant where you live might not flourish in other areas, so that is very important.

Here are a couple that I am used to: (disclaimer... use at your own risk)

Cattail:
Chopping the root of the cattail and applying to minor cuts and burns can provide remedy for light abrasions, or grinding the root and boiling into a steep (or stew) may help gastrointestinal problems, like diarrhea or worms/

Dandelions:
Very common in the many parts of the globe, this common lawn pest can be used for a variety of things, such as; Root of dandelion tea was used as a laxative, diuretic and laxative, and it may be used to rejuvenate the liver (speculative) and aid in digestion and improve appetite.


It just all depends on your surroundings and what is abundant near you. Research, talk to the locals, remember that the elders were doing this long before us. This is pretty much my first post in the survival area here, so take it as what you will.... and hope to see you around.
Good luck in your search,

T.

I know Samphire is very high in Iron and vits. Suppose most things very dark green are the same (seaweed etc) although I would only eat these things on advice.

Ok guys thanks for all the replies! By the way I currently live in the city of Bogotá in Colombia. Its 2600m over sea level and fair weathered (never under 0
Celcius and almost never over 30 celcius). It rains quite often and depending if you go up or downhill it can get very cold or very warm depending on which you choose.
I've been reading allot of e-books but my problem is that I can't find any specifics for this region.

Take a look at the indigenous plants , herbs and even barks from around your local vicinity. Usually everything you need you can find within a 20 mile radius of your home. It is also better for immunity health as the pollens are specific to your region. These give you natural immunities to various problems and many work profilactically to maintain good strong health. Check with your local organic farmers and also get to know the owners of your local health food stores and let them know your thoughts. You will end up with an entire network of like minded conscious people to draw upon. Good Mom!

I think the most important thing people can do is practice planting those herbs that they talk about using. Most people don't even know how to plant a garden, but anyone can do it inexpensively. If you live in an apartment, grow plants in planters... herbs that you could use for medicinal purposes or fo cooking. Buy a box planter and some garden soil and they start. It's also therapeutic for some people to garden... even just in a box.

In Paraguay they have "remedio jyju", root medicines for everything under the sun.

Marijuana is a nutritious, pain-killing, and anti-depressant form of currency when TSHTF. Who is going to want gold or cash?

So, I've decided to plant some herbs on sunday and start small stash of palnts that could be usefull. I'll post more stuff and pics soon so stay tuned.