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1. Herbology
Review
First year
Student

2. Lesson One
Introduction to Herbology
and Basic Equipment

3. What is Herbology?
 Herbology is the study, along with the use, of
both mundane and magical plants.
 A Herbologist is any witch or wizard who
understands the properties and nature of a
plant.

4. Why is Herbology
important?
 There are many uses for the knowledge one gains from
the study of plants. One must be able to understand the
difference in plants.
 It is also important to know the properties of plants both
magical and mundane and without the study of
Herbology we would not have this knowledge.

5. Basic Equipment
The basic equipment needed to get started is simply for
protection.
Some equipment includes:
o Dragon Hide gloves
o Earmuffs
o Wand
o Dittany
o Apron
o Mask

6. Basic Equipment (Cont’d)
The other set of equipment needed is for caring for the plants.
This list includes:
o Mooncalf Dung- Used as a fertilizer. Gentler than Dragon
dung. Used for more sensitive plants. It is not as powerful as
Dragon dung.
o Dragon Dung- Used as a fertilizer and compost. It is powerful and
also scentless.
o Centaur Tears- Favorite drink of most plants. More nutritious than
plain water. Never use this on salt water plants as it is toxic to them.

7. Lesson Two
Care and use in potions

8. Caring for a plant
Different plants require different types of care.
Sunlight, habitat, lifespan, watering, and even
repotting are important aspects when caring for
a plant.
Other things to consider are the type of soil and
seed depth when planting.

9. Caring for a plant (Cont’d)
Repotting a plant is a crucial stage. It can be considered a rite
of passage. It is also a time for changes for the plant.
In many plants, at the time of repotting, diets will change. They
may need more or less food.
Most plants will continue to need to same amount of sunlight but
the water intake may also increase or decrease.
These factors are not to be taken likely and should always be
considered.

10. Caring for a plant (Cont’d)
Habitats are very diverse in the field of Herbology.
Many plants have left their native lands and have adapted
to live elsewhere. This is not necessarily a good thing as
it disrupts the life in the new habitat.
The habitats acceptable for plants tend to revolve around
sunlight, water supply, temperature and climate.

11. Caring for a plant (Cont’d)
Lifespan of plants varies greatly. They can live
anywhere from 3-5000 years. This is in the case
that the plant is healthy and isn’t killed for use
medicine or experiments.
Trees are known to have the longest lifespans.

12. Use in potions
Plants play an important
part in potions. Many
potions would not work
or would give undesired
effects if the wrong
ingredient was used.
Some major plants used
include:
 Mistletoe berries
 Wolfsbane
 Valerian sprigs
 Leaping toadstool
 Knotgrass
 Peppermint
 Root of Aconite
 Poppy heads
 Shrivelfigs
 Rose thorns
 Rose oil

13. Use in potions (Cont’d)
While many plants are used as active ingredients in
potions, there are some that are only used for
fragrance.
Some are used simply to add freshness or to make
a potion more natural.
Plants are often chosen for medicinal uses
depending on certain properties. Some of these
properties include: temperament and toxicity.

14. Lesson Three
Basic Herbs and Fungi

15. Gillyweed
Gillyweed is native to the Mediterranean sea. It
is a rare herb. It grows to be about 5-7cm tall. If
person consumes gillyweed they would gills and
webs would form between their fingers and
toes.

16. Gillyweed (Cont’d)
Gillyweed soil must be kept with a PH balance of
7.9-8.4.
Gillyweed requires a large amount of water but very
minimal sunlight. There is no limit of sunlight they
will take in as long as they have plenty of water.
Gillyweed is slimy to the touch. It grows in a bushel
and has a grayish-green color.

17. Gillyweed
(Cont’d)
How to make Gilly water:
Begin with pure water or a juice if water isn’t available. Peel
the cucumber and cut into long thin strips. Take the longest
strips and use it to tie together the rest. Pour the liquid of
choice into a cup and add the cucumber. The longer it sits
the stronger the cucumber taste gets. Immediately before
drinker add the gillyweed. A chilling charm or ice may be
applied as well. Gillyflower can be added for those that like a
little spice.

18. Valerian Root
The Valerian root is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It
can also be found in North America since migrating there.
Muggles are aware of this plant but not of its magical
capabilities.
Valerian Root is often used in sleeping potions. It is
anxiolytic and is also used in calming draughts.
The sprig of this plant is often used in perfumes as it
smells like Vanilla and cherry.

19. Valerian Root (Cont’d)
Valerian Root can grow up to five feet. It grows clusters of
small flowers. To keep the plant healthy it requires at least 7
hours of sunlight a day. When planting it needs to be planted
1/8 of an inch down in soil with a Ph balance of 4.5-5.0.
Valerian root is best when harvested in the fall or in the
spring.
It is also best to keep it out of reach of cats. They are very
attracted to it.
This plant is also important for making the Draught of Living
Death and the Forgetfulness potions.

20. Knotgrass
Knotgrass is native to Europe and can also be found in
Hogwarts’ Forbidden Forest! It has a wide growth range
being from 4cm to 5m.
Knotgrass is a necessary component when brewing a
Polyjuice Potion and is also used in mead and some love
potions. Knotgrass has been known to treat Urinary tract
infections as well as fertility problems.
Knotgrass also has the ability to halt animal growth.

21. Knotgrass (Cont’d)
Knotgrass thrives in soil that has
a neutral Ph level. It needs
plenty of water. The more
sunlight it gets the faster it will
grow. Knotgrass blooms in the
summer with flowers that are
whites, pinks, and greens. Once
the flowers are done blooming
the stem must be cut directly
below the flower.

22. Dittany
Dittany can only be found growing naturally in Crete.
Greece. However, herbologists and healers often mimic
the climate in a greenhouse so they can grow it. Dittany
holds romantic qualities but is most often used in healing
ailments, preventing scarring, love potions, and
occasionally wand cores.
Dittany must be diluted to be used properly and thus
requires liquidation.

23. Dittany (Cont’d)
Dittany requires a lot of sunlight and plenty
of warmth to grow healthily. Dittany needs
soil with a PH of 6.6-7.3. To grow dittany
one must have a greenhouse that mimics
the climate. The temperature must be kept
at 13 degrees Celsius. When planting
seeds should only be lightly covered by the
soil and then watered by lightly sprinkling
the water on. You must wait until the soil
feels dry before watering again.

24. Lesson Four
Dangerous Plants

25. Mandrake (Mandagora)
The Mandrake is most common in European countries. It is parsnip
shaped and the root resembles a wrinkly person. The plant part that
grows above ground grows between 5-40cm and resembles a
tobacco plant. Mandrakes grow best in an area where men have
been hung. The Mandrake is most commonly used is sleeping and
love potions. It can be used in a potion to revive a person who has
been petrified.
Mandrakes have serious side effects. They can cause
hallucinations, comas, and put people into a dreamlike state. A fully
grown mandrake that has been uprooted can kill a person with their
scream.

26. Mandrake (Mandagora)
(Cont’d)
In the medieval era they would
uproot a mandrake by digging up
the roots just until they could tie
a rope around it. They would
then tie the rope to a dog. The
master would then walk away
causing the dog to follow thus
uprooting the plant. Often the
dog would die due to hearing the
mandrakes cry.
In the present day uprooting has
become much simpler and less
deadly. Any persons near the
plant simply wear earmuffs to
prevent hearing the scream. The
plant is then submerged in an
aquatandisu potion preventing it
from screaming again. It is then
ready for harvesting.

27. Mandrake (Mandagora) (Cont’d)
First Aid- If a person comes into contact with a
Mandrake and slips into a coma, immediately
wash off the area touched and get a trained
healer to administer a Tandisu injection.
There is no known cure for death caused by a
Mandrakes cry.

28. Devil’s Snare
Devil’s snare grows natively in Scotland, the highlands
and the lowlands. It is recognizable by it’s swinging
tendrils. Devil’s snare will attack when the person is
sleeping, has their back turned, or is already within its
grasp. It works a bit like quick sand, the more you
struggle the faster it kills you. To escape one must relax
completely (Feigning dead) and the plant will release
them. If you can get to your wand, Incendio is the best
method of defense.

29. Devil’s Snare (Cont’d)
Devil’s snare is often used in assassination attempts
or as a distraction. There are no seeds from which
you can grow this plant. You must collect it. After
collection make sure to surround the area with light
so it will not grow further than the area you want it.
There are laws regarding this plant. It may not be
planted within 1000 meters of anywhere muggles
frequent.

30. Devil’s Snare (Cont’d)
First Aid- In an emergency situation treat the
victim for strangulation. Rennervate is a reviving
spell if needed. Anapneo may be used if the
victim is choking on their tongue.

31. Bubotuber
The bubotuber plant is native to Scotland. Its appearance
resembles a giant black slug. When it is squeezed it releases a gas-scented
yellow pus. The pus can be used to treat acne but isn’t
safe until it’s been diluted. Coming into contact with undiluted pus
can result in rashes and burns. Muggles classify it as corrosive
even though they don’t know where it comes from.
The plant must be planted in a dark place to grow. The soil must be
rich and it requires very little sunlight. A large amount of dragon
dung is the recommended fertilizer.

32. Bubotuber
(Cont’d)
First Aid- Cleanse the wound for five minutes. It
should be rinsed under cold, clean water. After
rinsing apply dittany. It is also recommended to
use a potion for the pain.

33. Lesson Five
Rat Root

34. Rat Root (Cont’d)
Rat root is a reed like perennial
plant. It grows to be about one
meter tall. It has a strong scent
and bitter taste. This herb is
used for a variety of things due
to its many properties. It is used
as floor coverings, in healing
potions, digestive potions, and
can be used to calm people’s
nerves.
Properties of Rat Root:
Abortifacient
Anodyne
Anthelmintic
Aphrodisiac
Cariminative
Counters Halluciniogens
Diuretic
Hallucinogen
Laxative
Otalgic
Sedative

35. Rat Root (Cont’d)
Rat root is a water plant. It needs to have moist soils to
grow. It should be watered every 2-3 days. Do not ever
plant rat root in the shade. It must have plenty of sun. The
ideal habitat for this plant is in shallow water, marshes, by
the edge of a river or pond. Seeds are ripe by July-August
and should be planted immediately after harvesting. This
plant flowers between May and July.

36. Lesson Six
Advanced Herbology

37. Bouncing Bulbs
The Bouncing Bulb, when not
restrained, can jump around. It is
purple in color and bulb shaped. It
sprouts green leaves from the top. It
can grow to be the size of a door
way. They require enough dirt to fill a
bath tub and it needs to have a
neutral ph balance. Centaur tears are
preferred when watering. They also
like brightly lit areas.

38. Bouncing Bulbs (Cont’d)
Bouncing Bulbs are dangerous when they feel threatened. They have been
known to bounce out at the person and try to punch them. You must learn
signs of aggression and how to subdue these plants before working with
them. There are two ways of subduing this plant. There is one way for fully
grown plants and another for ones that have yet to mature.
For young plants the Knock back Jinx (Flippendo) should be enough to stop
the plant from attacking.
A fully grown bulb requires you to use the Incendio charm to stop them, It is
the only way.
Be sure to always have your wand in easy reach when working with this plant
and be very familiar with these two charms.

39. Gurdyroot
Gurdyroots look like green onions. However, their smell
makes them easy to distinguish. They are often used to
ward off evil and are used in potions to have a similar
effect. This is most likely due to their smell. A creature this
plant can be used to ward off is the Gulping Plimpies.
Gurdyroot is used to make a drink, the gurdyroot infusion,
and it is red-purple and colors and has a bogey taste.

40. Gurdyroot (Cont’d)
Gurdyroots can live in a variety of environments. The
important thing is that the soil has enough nutrients. Plenty
of sunlight and water will keep the plant alive for several
months. Gurdyroots can grow to be 15cm in diameter if
given enough sunlight. Gurdyroots need to be planted in a
pot 7 ½ times the size of their bulb.
Many bugs like to attack this plant. The foul smell is
offensive to them. It is recommended to place a protective
charm around the plant. Nonperiurabis has been known to
do the trick.

41. Aconite
Aconite, also known as wolfsbane or
monkshood, is a poisonous sedative. It is
powerful even in small doses. It can be used to
slow the heart rate and has been known to treat
the prickly pain in skin.

42. Aconite (Cont’d)
Aconite is found growing in the wild.
Typically, in forests and mountain ranges
with a moderate temperature.
To care for Aconite be sure to always wear
dragon hide gloves. When harvesting this
plant outdoors be sure to not leave any
part of the root exposed when you are
done. Doing so can harm the wildlife
nearby. It is best to use dark and fluffy soil
when growing. It thrives in shady areas
and should be planted near tress wen
planted outdoors.
Never tend to Aconite when you have opened
wounds. If you were to be poisoned by aconite
through a wound, apply the antidote immediately
and go to St. Mungos. Only a trained healer can
properly cure you. Death will occur almost instantly
with large doses. Usually within 1-2 hours of
exposure. Symptoms appear within the first hour,
Some symptoms include: Diarrhea, nausea,
vomiting followed by burning sensations in the
stomach, mouth and face, and a tingling/numbing
sensation in the mouth/face area. As death nears
one will experience numbness throughout the
body, sweating, dizziness, headache, confusion,
and troubles breathing.

43. Wormwood
Wormwood is also known as absinthe. It is
commonly associated with sorrow and bitterness.
Wormwood grows to be around 1-2 meters tall. It is
most commonly found in Europe. It is wood like
roots and leaves. It prefers salty water. Herbologists
believe this is related to the bitterness of the plant.

44. Wormwood (Cont’d)
Wormwood is an important ingredient
in the Draught of Living Death potion.
It is also used by healers in potions
to help with digestive disorders.
Wormwood leaves and flowers can
be put on the skin to dull the pain
from wounds such as insect bites.
Wormwood is also used to treat
fevers, gall bladders, and lover
disease.
Properties of Wormwood:
Ability to induce sweating.
Stimulates the imagination.
Increases hunger.
Settles the stomach.
Counter irratant (reduces
pain)

45. Lesson Seven
Non-magical Plants

46. Non-Magical Plants
There are important things to note when studying
mundane plants. Some of these things include the plants
properties, effects of the scent, and how the plant
interacts with magic. Non-magical plants are less
temperamental than magical plants. They tend to be safer
as they don’t often cause explosions, major heat changes
and other disastrous mishaps that occur when working
with magical plants.

47. Lily Plants
Lilies are most commonly recognized for
their flowers. Lilies come in a wide range
of colors and shapes. When planting
Lilies you must plant the bulb ¼ of an
inch into the ground. The soil needs to be
rich in nutrients and have partial access
to the sun. Only about 4-5 hours is
needed. Regular water is fine for this
plant.

48. Lilies (Cont’d)
Lilies are known to attract birds. When dried they are a high source
of fiber and offer many other health benefits. The are able to
regulate the heart rate and help treat angina. They interact well with
magic and can be stimulated to grow by it.
They are great for treating burns and preventing scarring. They can
also be used to treat the following: coughs, fevers, stomach
disorders, wounds, sores, and washing swollen, bruised areas.
The scent from this flower is often used in aromatherapy. Oil from
the flower is great for people suffering from depression and is often
used in anti-depression potions.

49. English Rose
The English Rose grows in
partial to full sunlight. It is a
shrub that can grow between 1-
20 feet. It needs to be planted in
soil with a ph of 5.5-7.0. It
requires a lot of water but be
careful to not drown them.
Always wear dragon hide gloves
for protection when working with
this plant.

50. Medicinal Uses of the English
Rose
Eye diseases
Burns
Influenza
Stomach problems
Diarrhea
Chronic finger sores
Snow blindness
Astrigent
Sore throats
Rabid dog bites
Stops nosebleeds
Antispasmodic
Anti-depressant
Used in love potions
Decrease kidney stones
Menstrual regulator
Helps kidneys
Cleansing properties
Anti-inflammatory
Source of vitamin C

51. Medicinal Uses of the Engish
Rose
Seeds are diuretic
Seeds are a laxative
Treats headaches
Relieves colic
Eases a cough
Treats dry skin
Relieves itching in women
Clears skin of acne
Helps ease grief and
insomnia
Relieves stress
Prevents scurvy when
consumed
Eases colds
Eases fevers
Decreases the swelling in puffy
skin
May help induce sleep
Helps regulate blood thickness
Antiviral
Antibacterial
Antiseptic

52. Lesson Eight
Challenges in Herbology

53. The Gardening Effect
It was deemed the Gardening Effect due to the
negative perception of herbology having an effect in
the last 300 years. Herbology has had an important
role in both the muggle and wizarding world. It is
especially important in the medicinal and healing
realms. Herbology was respected even in the 16th
century.

54. The Gardening Effect
(Cont’d)
The wizarding world is hesitant on funding Herbology. Potioneers
have been somewhat forthcoming when donating money to fund
research to further our understanding of plants and their properties.
However, this is limited to how plants can be used in potion making.
St. Mungos has also contributed small amounts but it is also limited
due to the fear of the public perception on doing this.
Herbology also lacks candidates. Most people switch to another
field such as healers or potioneers. Herbologists also make less
money than others with the same amount of education.

55. Alien Species
Another major challenge in the world of herbology is
alien species. These are plants or animals that live
outside of its original habitat, ecosystem, or
geological range. There are many effects non-indigneous
plants can have on an ecosystem, which
causes many challenges for herbologists and the
ecosystems themselves. Invasion is one of the main
ones.

56. Alien Species-Invasion
How invasion works:
1. The seed/plant propagates into new territory.
2. The plant adapts to the new environment.
3. The plant “takes over” the environment. It grows in
numbers that may be beyond what the ecosystem
can handle. Although, some plants may be able to
adapt, grow wild in the habitat, and not overextend
itself.)

57. Hazards Alien Species
Pose
Invasive plants tend to require more resources which
drain the ecosystem when they grow in large numbers.
This is a big problem with water. If the alien plants require
too much water it can cause the ground to become too
dry for the other plants to survive and can cause them to
go extinct. It can also effect how much fresh water nearby
humans have. Invasive plants can destroy the land which
can lead to floods and fires and even mass extinction of
plants and animals in the area.

58. Hazards Alien Species Pose
(Comt’d)
Greenhouses are great but herbologists learn
more by studying plants in their natural habitat.
Invasive plants can ruin this by changing the
environment and changing how the other plants
live.

59. DID YOU KNOW?
Dandelions were introduced to North America in
order to help strengthen the ground, to root the
soil in so that it wouldn't blow away