When it comes to herbs that have stood the test of time for women’s wellness, Vitex agnus-castus—commonly known as chaste tree or chasteberry—deserves a place at the top of the list. This deciduous shrub, native to the Mediterranean and parts of Central Asia, produces slender spikes of violet flowers and small, peppercorn-like berries that hold its medicinal value. Vitex thrives in USDA growing zones 6–9, loving full sun and well-drained soil. Hardy, drought-tolerant, and beautifully aromatic, it has long been cultivated in monastery gardens and traditional herb plots alike—both for its beauty and its therapeutic gifts. Historically, Vitex has deep …