Catnip, which comes as a tea or in its raw form as leaves, is widely believed to be beneficial. Its main application is that of a sedative or relaxant although it can have a stimulating effect as well. Catnip Tea has been used to cure a wide variety of illnesses and is said to be an fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agent. It can be bought fresh which is said to be more potent than the packaged variant.
