Thymoleptic

Thymoleptic herbs elevate mood and lift the spirits, acting similarly to antidepressants. The word is derived from the Greek thymos meaning emotion or temper and lepsis for taking hold. These include rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea), ginseng (Panax ginseng), damiana (Turnera diffusa), saffron (Crocus sativus) and lavender (Lavandula angustifolia).