Herbs for Horses

🐴 HERBS SAFE FOR HORSES

(Internal & External Use — for digestion, joints, nerves, and detox)

Herb	Primary Uses for Horses
Chamomile	Calming herb for nervousness, ulcers, and digestive upset. Often added to feed or tea.
Peppermint / Spearmint	Aids digestion, relieves gas and colic; improves feed palatability.
Marshmallow Root	Soothes mucous membranes in gut and lungs; excellent for respiratory support.
Slippery Elm Bark	Coats and soothes stomach and intestinal lining; great for ulcers.
Dandelion Root & Leaf	Diuretic, liver detoxifier, and mineral tonic. Encourages appetite and urinary health.
Burdock Root	Blood purifier and skin tonic; supports coat and liver.
Nettle Leaf	Nutritive and anti-inflammatory; helps with allergies and seasonal shedding.
Aloe Vera (gel/powder)	Digestive and skin soother; supports ulcers, wounds, and detox.
Rosemary Leaf	Circulation and antioxidant herb; sometimes used for joint and immune support.
Licorice Root	Anti-inflammatory and adrenal support; good for stressed or aging horses (short-term use).
Parsley	Kidney support and mild diuretic. Excellent for post-medication detox.
Flaxseed	Source of omega-3 fatty acids for joint and coat health.
Oatstraw	Nervine and mineral tonic; supports stressed or anxious horses.
Horsetail (Shavegrass)	Rich in silica; supports hoof and connective tissue strength.
Seaweed / Kelp / Bladderwrack	Excellent mineral source; improves coat and thyroid health.
Turmeric Root	Anti-inflammatory; improves mobility and joint health.
Chamomile / Lavender (external)	Used in washes, compresses, and calming blends for grooming or fly sprays.