Herbal Remedies by Symptom

Low mood / depression — Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies

The Omnia Sana plant database documents 4 medicinal plants traditionally used for low mood / depression. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.

Also known as: low mood, mild depression.

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Black CohoshActaea racemosa
Traditional use

Reduces neurovegetative and psychological menopausal symptoms (including anxiety and low mood)

Psilocybin mushroomsPsilocybe cubensis
Traditional use

Psilocybin-assisted therapy reduced depression in clinical trials

Sweet FlagAcorus calamus
Traditional use

inferred from antidepressant action

VervainVerbena officinalis
Traditional use

inferred from antidepressant action

Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice — always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.