This is my Herbology review assignment. Done By: Isabel Black. Year 1 Gryffindor

1. By: Isabel Black
YEAR REVIEW-HERBOLOGY 101

2. INTRODUCTION AND BASIC EQUIPMENT

3. WHAT IS HERBOLOGY?
Herbology is basically the study and use of plants, both magical and mundane, which makes it the wizarding worlds’ equivalent of botany. There are
three purposes of growing purposes:-
 MEDICINAL
 PROTECTIVE
 EDUCATIONAL
A Herbologist is any witch or wizard who understands the properties and nature of a plant.
An example of why you should know your plants:-
 If you know the difference between Holly and Elder, you can recognize the wand wood of the opponent. This could determine the spells
used in a duel.
RESPECT THE PLANTS & THEY WILL RESPECT YOU.
Equipment needs can fall in two categories:-
1. PROTECTION
 Dragon Hide Gloves
 Ear Muffs
 Wand
2. CARING FOR PLANTS
 Dragon Dung
 Mooncalf Dung
 Centaur Tears
Dittany is good to have on hand.
Also recommended was closed toed shoes, apron, gloves, and a mask.
Dragon Dung is the stool of any fire breathing dragon. It can be used as fertilizer or for compost. It is scentless and, because of the acids in the
dragon's stomach, can break down any material to its most natural state.
Mooncalf dung is also a fertilizer. It is a gentler option than dragon dung and used for more sensitive plants. It is not as strong and powerful as dragon
dung, so if the soil is lacking, it may not be good enough. It has lower nutrients than dragon dung.
Centaur Tears are a favorite drink for most plants. It is vitamin rich compared to water. It will revive plants moments from death. It is important to
remember that centaur tears are toxic to plants grown in salt water

4. PICTURES
Herbology as it
is………
Dittany Needed Equipments
Dragon Hide
Gloves
Earmuffs
Wand
Dragon Dung Mooncalf Dung Centaur Tears

5. CARE AND USE IN POTIONS

6. PLANTS USED IN POTIONS
Each plant has its own unique requirements and special qualities. Plants enjoy new pots and a larger pot will boost the plant's confidence.
Their diet may change. Habitats are controversial. Many plants have adapted to new habitats and created new strains of plants. The
movement of plants disrupts the life cycle in that habitat. Sunlight, water, and temperature determine an acceptable habitat. Life span
of a plant can range from 3-5,000 years, with trees living the longest. Cacti and guapo have long lives as well. Dreamless Sleep
potion includes moonstone (a piece of dragon egg that causes drowsiness) and starpuffs (a plant that has hypnotic properties). The
starpuff makes it dreamless. Draught of Living Death has wormwood and powdered root of asphodel. Reasons for plants in potions:-
 They add scent in perfumes
 Add freshness/naturality to beauty potions
 Medicinal use is based on temperament, toxicity, and other properties.
Forgetfulness potion contains mistletoe berries (a hallucinogen) and valerian sprigs (a sedative).
 Asphodel/Royal Staff
Lily family. Used in the Draught of Living Death and the Wiggenweld Potion
 Fluxweed
Mustard family. Has healing properties. It is picked at a full moon for the Polyjuice Potion (16 scruples needed)
 Lovage
Similar to celery. It is used in cooking and facilitates digestion. Used in Confusing and Befuddlement Draughts
 Motherwort
Mint family. It has healing properties and treats mad dog bites
 Nettle/Stinging Nettle/Burn Hazel
Use fresh for Boil-cure Potion. Use dried for Herbicide potion Also used in Nettle Wine, Nettle Tea, and Soup.
 Nux Myristica
Nutmeg. It is used for cooking
 Peppermint
Counters side effects in Elixir to Induce Euphoria, Flavoured Sweets, and a known flavour in Bettie Bott's Every Flavor Beans
 Silverweed
Rose family,. It is yellow in color
 Snakeweed
It is used in Snakeweed Tea

7. PICTURES
Snakeweed Silverweed Peppermint
Nux Myristica
Motherwort Lovage Fluxweed Valerian Sprigs
Mistletoe Berries Asphodel Wormwood Starpuffs
Moonstone

8. BASIC HERBS AND FUNGI

9. GILLYWEED
Native to the Mediterranean Sea.
5cm-7cm in height.
pH range of 7.9-8.4.
Large amounts of water needed but little sunlight.
Family of Giliac Weeds.
Slimy Plant. Grows as a bushel. Grey-Green in color.
Lasts for 1 hr in fresh water and up to 3 hr in salt water (being debated)
Refreshed, nourishing feeling when it is consumed, Gillyweed’s drink-Gillywater is very
popular
Gillywood is a related tree that grows in water.

10. VALERIAN ROOT
Native to Europe and some of Asia, has migrated to North America.
Sedative powers. It is used in sleeping potions.
Root is anxiolytic and is used in calming draughts and potions.
Perfumes make use of the strong smell (cherry and vanilla)
Worn by grooms to ward off the enemy of the elves.
Grow to be five feet, and forms bunches of attractive white flowers(valerian sprigs)
7 hrs of sun required
pH level of 4.5–5.0 (very strong acid)
Harvested in spring or fall.
Keep out of reach of cats.
Used in The Draught of Death and Forgetfulness Potion.

11. KNOTGRASS
 Also used at weddings
 Used in Polyjuice Potion.
 Native European forests, including the Forbidden Forest
 5cm to 4m tall/2 inches and 100 feet
 Has ability to halt the growth of animals
 Knotgrass mead and Love potions
 Treat UTIs and fertility issues
 pH level in soil (Slight acid) 6.1–6.5 to (Neutral) 6.6–7.3
 Plenty of sun. The more water the faster it grows
 Flowers in the summer. color varying between whites, pinks, and greens
 Stem must be cut below the flowering

12. DITTANY
 Essential to healers, potioneers, romancers and parents
 Only grows naturally on the mountainside of Crete, Greece
 Aids in curing ailments of all manners, can prevent permanent scarring, is used in several love
potions, and sometimes is used as a wand core
 In liquidized, form dittany is brown.
 It must be diluted.
 20 cm -30 cm in height
 Requires warmth and sunlight to thrive
 pH level of (Neutral) 6.6–7.3
 It must use a greenhouse in order to control conditions, even temperature of 13 degrees
Celsius.
 Lightly covered by soil, and then sprinkle lightly with water
 Wait until the soil feels dry to water the Dittany
 Let it dry out before adding more again
 Wiggenweld Potion

13. DANGEROUS PLANTS

14. THE MANDRAKE (MANDRAGORA)
 Commonly found in European countries.
 It is shaped like a parsnip with wrinkled roots in the shape of a being.
 It grows above the ground for about five centimeters to forty centimeters, and resembles tobacco plants. The
Mandrake grows well around ground where men have been hung.
 It causes hallucinations, comas, and puts people into dreamlike states. It is used in sleeping potions, love
potions, and also in a potion to revive a petrified person.
 Uprooted mandrakes have the ability to cause death with their screams. It is unknown why the mandrake is
only able to scream until it causes its first and only fatality.
 In the old days, to uproot a mandragora, one would dig out around the roots to the point that there would be
enough room to tie a dog to the root with about a yard of rope. The master would then walk away, and loyally
the dog would follow, pulling up the plant. The Mandrake would scream, killing the dog. After the death of the
dog, the mandrake would scream no more.
 Wear ear muffs when uprooting.
 Basic repotting of a Mandrake: To re-pot a mandrake, wear ear muffs and dragon-hide gloves, and use
medium to heavy soil. The concentration of water should be equal to 3/4ths of the plants approximate weight.
 If a person slips into a coma from contact with a mandrake, wash the spot of contact and immediately send
for a trained healer to administer a tandisu injection.
 There is no reversal to death by the Mandrake's scream.

15. DEVIL’S SNARE
 It will grow in all dark and damp areas. Be especially wary of finding this plant when traveling in
caves and sloughs. Recognizable features include swaying plant tendrils (very uncanny while
the air is still) and the vivid green despite lack of light.
 Dassin Sanate attacks when one's back is turned, asleep, or already in its grasp. The more you
struggle against its strangulation, the quicker it kills you. (For first aid, remember that the plant
hates heat and light. Incendio, Lumos Maxima, etc may be used) When a victim relaxed, the
plant assumes death, and drops the victim. Although playing dead works, Incendio is the
recommended response in dire situations.
 It is used to guard objects, assassinate enemies, or as a distraction.
 The Ministry of Magic has laws governing where Devil’s Snare may be located. (Not within ten
hundred meters of anywhere muggles frequent).
 In an emergency situation, treat the person for strangulation and suffocation. Rennervate, a
reviving spell, may be useful, or Anapneo if they ended up choking on their own tongue.

16. BUBOTUBER
 Also from Scotland, the Bubotuber looks like a giant black slug.
When squeezed, it releases gas-scented yellow pus. The pus
treats acne, but must be diluted before it is safe. Undiluted
Bubotuber pus causes rashes and burns on contact.
 We must plant a bulb in dark, nutrient rich soil.
 It requires very little sunlight, and can stand very cold weather.
Dragon dung is recommended for fertilizer, and lots of it!
 To dilute the pus, either mix with dittany in liquid form or
Gillywater. The pus is also able to lose its scent over time, so
be wary when opening mail.
 Cleanse wound for five minutes under clean cold water, before
applying dittany. It is recommended that one also take a potion
for the pain.

17. Midterm
RAT ROOT

18. THE RAT ROOT
 Rat Root is also known as Acorus Calamus. Rat Root is the Canadian Cree name for this plant, and
was adopted as the universal name for this plant among Herbology circles. Other labels this plant
goes by include sea sledge, flag root, myrtle grass, sweet myrtle, sweet rush, Gladdon, and Beewort.
 Rat Root is an abortifacient and therefore pregnant women may not be treated with it.
 A reed-like perennial which grows to the height of about one meter. Its leaves are strongly scented
with a bitter taste, and the powdered rhizomes of Rat Root may be used as a substitute for ginger,
cinnamon and nutmeg
 viewed as a symbol of love, however the properties of Rat Root are not conducive to romance, but are
often used as a tool against women.
 qualities of Rat Root
 · Abortifacient
 · Anodyne (relives pain)
 · Anthelmintic
 · Aphrodisiac (used in some love potions)
 · Carminative
 · Counters the side effects of hallucinogens
 · Diuretic
 · Hallucinogen
 · Laxative
 · Otalgic (cures ear aches)
 · Sedative
 A water plant, and thus grows in moist soils. It is thereby necessary to water the herb about once
every two to three days. Sunlight is a huge must for Rat Root; do not plant this one in the shade! Rat
Root grows best in shallow water, marshes, by the edge of a river, or in ponds. Seeds are ripe in July
and August, and should be planted quite quickly after you obtain them. Rat Root flowers bloom
between May and July.

19. ADVANCED HERBOLOGY

20. BOUNCING BULB
Also called Resilio bulbus, this magical plant is able to jump around, when not
restrained. Purple in nature, Bouncing Bulbs consist of a bulb shaped plant, with
several green leaves sprouting from its top. To care for this plant, it is best to have a
bathtub's worth of dirt (neutral PH level), in a relatively bright area. Centaur tears are
best when watering. Young Bouncing Bulbs are easy enough to handle, though if
they wiggle free they often try to hit you in the face. Bouncing Bulbs have the ability
to grow to the size of doorways; therefore, it is important to recognize signs of
aggression from a Bouncing Bulb, as well as how to subdue them. Smaller Bulbs
may be subdued with a Knockback Jinx-Flipendo (fli-PEN-doh). The wand movement
is a check-mark, hill, and then valley. a larger Bouncing Bulb requires fire, to which I
recommend the spell Incendio(in-SEN-dee-o). This spell's wand movement is quite
literally the shape of a flame.

21. GURDYROOT
Gurdyroots resemble green onions in appearance, their foul scent makes them easily
distinguishable. What is lacking in their scent is not made up for by their taste.
Gurdyroot Infusion, a drink made with this plant, is of a red-purple colour, and a
'bogey-like' taste. Gurdyroots are able to grow in a diverse range of environments,
provided the soil has enough nutrients. Sunlight and water in adequate amounts will
keep the Gurdyroot alive for several months, as long as the soil is nutritious. If there
is a lot of sunlight, Gurdyroots can grow to be up to fifteen centimetres in diameter. In
order to take care of a Gurdyroot, it is necessary to have the plant in a pot seven and
a half times the size of the bulb (or have the same ratio of space for the Gurdyroot if
planted outdoors). What makes the Gurdyroot difficult to grow is many bugs like to
'attack' this plant, as the smell is offensive to them. While many mundane critters are
kept at bay by the odor, bugs which have magic are inclined to attempt to break
through the stem of the plant. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended that
you place a protective spell around your plant.

22. ACONITE
Otherwise known as Monkshood or Wolfsbane, (in muggle society "the queen of poisons", leopard's
bane, women's bane, blue rocket, and devil's helmet are other names which refer to Aconite) Aconitum
comes from the Greek word akonitos, meaning 'without dust' or 'without struggle'. Without struggle would be
the more appropriate reference, and refers to the toxicity of aconite leaves, which were often used to kill wild
animals during the middle ages. The poison was also applied to the tips of arrows when muggles fought each
other in battle. Aconite is a poisonous sedative, powerful in small doses, and can be used to slow heart rate. It
is also known to treat prickly pain in the skin. Aconite can be found in the wild, in forests and mountain ranges
of moderate temperatures. To care for Aconite, always wear your dragon-hide gloves. If you are harvesting
the plant outdoors, be careful not to leave parts of the root exposed, as it can harm the wildlife nearby.
(Remember, Aconite is highly poisonous). When growing Aconite, one had best use nutritious soil, the darker
and fluffier the better. Aconite thrives in shady areas, so if you are planting outside it is best to plant Aconite
close to trees. Do not attend to your Aconite while you have open wounds on your hand, as it takes great
caution to ensure correct dosages of Aconite are used at the best of times. If your wound becomes infected
by Aconite's poison, apply the antidote (a fully plant based potion: antropine) immediately, and head to St
Mungo's, as only certified Healers will be able to fully handle your care. The importance of seeking treatment
cannot be stressed enough. Death occurs almost instantaneously with large doses, although usually within
two and six hours of exposure. Symptoms (which are evident within the first hour) include diarrhea, nausea,
and vomiting first, and then sensations of burning in the abdomen, mouth, and face, as well as tingling and
numbness in the mouth and face. As death nears, numbness spreads throughout the body. Sweating,
dizziness, headaches, confusion, and troubles with breathing may also occur.

23. WORMWOOD
Wormwood is a plant which is commonly associated with sorrow and bitterness, and has
been used in potion making since as long as potioneers have recorded knowledge of.
Wormwood grows to a height between one and two metres, usually closer to two.
Common throughout Europe, Wormwood has wood-like roots, and leaves which are
between two and eight inches. Wormwood prefers salty water, which many Herbologists
speculate to be related to the bitterness in taste and bitterness in nature of the plant.
Wormwood is an ingredient in the Draught of Living Death. Healers will often use
Wormwood in potions to help with digestive disorders. Properties of Wormwood include
the ability to induce sweating, stimulate the imagination, increase hunger, settle stomach,
and is a counter-irritant (reduces pain). Wormwood leaves and flowers may be placed on
the skin for dulling the pain of wounds such as insect bites. In potions, wormwood is also
used by Healers to treat fevers, gall bladder, and lover disease.

24. NON-MAGICAL PLANTS

25. THE LILY
Recognized for their flowers, which consist of three petals surrounded by three sepals (the part of the flower which
encloses the petals). Lilies may come in several colors, from blue, orange, pink, purple, and white, to yellow. It
is also important to note that lilies come in a variety of shapes in regards to their flowers. Some common
flower shapes for lilies include bowl, funnel, recurved (Turk's cap), star, and trumpet. The flower itself may
point upwards, downwards, or also to the side. Remember, not all species of lilies are able to produce flowers.
In order to plant a lily you will need a bulb. The bulb should be planted 1/4 inch into the ground in nutrient rich
soil, and have partial to full access to sun (5-6 hours of full sunlight is optimal). Its stem, usually a shade of
green (though the stem can be red or purple) lily stems grow from a foot to ten feet tall. Lily stems tend to be
thick and sturdy, though the size and weight of lily flowers often cause the stem to bend over. The leaves of
lily plants are vital to the production of lily flowers. This is due to a process where the leaves catch rays of
light (from the sun) and turn the light energy into carbohydrates. They attract birds. High source of fiber. The
flower helps regulate the heart. Useful for burns and preventing scar tissue. Spider bites may be treated with
remedies including the lily flower and/or roots. Herbal remedies can be made with the lily flower to support
people who have had a stroke. In the form of tea, lily plants are used in the treatment of the following
conditions and symptoms: coughs and fevers, stomach disorders, wounds, sores, and for washing swollen
bruised areas. The scent of lilies are used by muggles in what they call aromatherapy (the use of oils for
healing). Lily flower essential oils are used for depressed individuals, as the scent is meant to induce feelings
of happiness and security. Wizards use the scent of lilies in ways related to muggle uses in the realm of
potions. (The flower of a lily plant is often an ingredient in anti-depressant potions).

26. THE ENGLISH ROSE
 It grows in partial to full sunlight. It is classified as a shrub, and grows from one to twenty feet. As a shrub, width is also an
important factor to consider when planting. It may grow from two to four feet wide, which depends on the variety that you obtain.
The rose flower may be blue, green, orange, pink, red, or white. Make sure to plant your rose shrub in soul with a pH range of
5.5–7.0. Most home gardens tend to have a pH of 6.5, however there is a spell you can do to test the soil. "Acidious revealious"
(ah-sid-EE-us rev-EE-lee-us) will reveal to you, in the form of white mist, the number of the pH level your soil is.
 In the first century anno Domini, 32 medicinal uses were recorded by a muggle called Pliny the Elder. A Herbologist from the
same time named Ponticus listed 36 uses, although four more uses have been discovered since then. First of all, it is important
to note that rose oil is distilled from the petals. This oil is used in the aforementioned process of aromatherapy. Also, roses have
been used to add flavour to other medicines. Some of the medicinal uses follow.
 1. Eye diseases/ (as a tea) and to treat cataracts (from skin of the roots)
 2. Burns
 3. Influenza
 4. Stomach problems / as a digestive stimulant
 5. Diarrhea
 6. Chronic finger sores
 7. Snow blindness (with an eyewash using petals, stem bark, and skin of the roots)
 8. Astringent/ for skin lotions
 9. Sore throats
 10. Treats rabid dog bites
 11. To stop nosebleeds
 12. To ease muscular pain/ antispasmodic
 13. Antidepressant /ease depression and anxiety
 14. Used in love potions
 15. Can decrease kidney stones
 16. Helps with kidneys
 17. Cleansing properties
 18. Anti-inflammatory

27. CHALLENGES IN HERBOLOGY

28. 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 muggle
and wizarding world. It is especially important in the medicinal and healing realms.
Herbology was respected even in the 16th Century. The wizarding world is hesitant in
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. Mungo’s has
also contributed small amounts but it is also limited due to the fear of 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
the others with the same education.

29. 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 on non-indigenous plants can have on
an ecosystem, which causes many challenges for
Herbologist and the ecosystems themselves. Invasion is
one of the main ones.
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 over-extend itself.

30. HAZARD 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 become extinct.
It can also effect how much fresh water nearby
humans have. Invasive plants can destroy the land
which can lead to floods, fires and even mass
extinction of plants and animals of that area.
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.

31. THE END