Theresa Cheung Interpretation: This is by no means a complete list of the symbolic meanings of each herb but it offers a good starting point.
If a specific herb features strongly in your dream, you may want to investigate the historical, religious, medicinal and cultural significance of that particular herb to enrich your interpretation.
Angelica: Inspiration, magic
Bay: Glory, honor, reward
Calendula: Sacred affection, joy, remembrance, grief
Chamomile: Energy in adversity, patience, long life, wisdom
Chives: Usefulness, why do you weep?
Dandelion: Faithfulness, happiness
Dianthus: Dignity, woman’s love, symbol of mother’s day
Dill: Preservation, good spirits
Dogwood: Love undiminished by adversity, durability
Elder: Compassion, bad luck, zeal
Fennel: Strength, worthy of praise, flattery
Garlic: Protection, strength, healing
Grass: Submission, utility, usefulness
Iris: Wisdom, faith, valor
Ivy: Patience, fidelity, undying love, eternal life
Lavender: Housewifely virtue, acknowledgment
Lily of the valley: Contentment, return of happiness, let’s make up
Marjoram: Joy, happiness
Mint: Eternal refreshment, wisdom, virtue
Mugwort: Be not weary, tranquility, happiness
Mustard: Faith, indifference
Nasturtium: Patriotism, victory in battle
Pansy: Happy thoughts, meditation
Parsley: Useful knowledge, feast, joy, victory
Rose: Love, victory
Rosemary: Remembrance, love, loyalty, fidelity
Saffron: Beware of success
Sage: Wisdom, long life, immortality, high esteem
Sassafras: Foundation, considered choices
Sunflower: Haughtiness, loftiness, pride, pure thoughts
Thyme: Activity, bravery, courage, strength
Violet: Humility, devotion, faithfulness, forgiveness
Yew: Immortality, sorrow
Yucca: Opportunity, fidelity
Zinnia: Thoughts of missing friends