Herb Library

Ziziphus jujuba (dried)

Dried jujube fruit — staple in TCM formulas and Asian cooking. Nourishes blood, calms spirit, harmonizes other herbs. Often eaten as a snack or in soups.

Chlorella vulgaris

A freshwater green algae rich in chlorophyll, protein, and nutrients, used for detoxification support and nutritional supplementation.

Chlorella vulgaris (extract)

Broken cell wall chlorella — more bioavailable than whole cell. Rich in chlorophyll, protein, CGF (Chlorella Growth Factor), and chelating compounds.

Chlorella vulgaris (pressed tablet)

Pressed chlorella tablets — convenient format avoiding the green powder taste. 3-6g daily. Broken cell wall for digestibility. Rich in chlorophyll and CGF.

Various green plants

The green pigment of plants — used as an internal deodorizer, detoxifier, and nutritive. Commercial forms are usually copper chlorophyllin.

Chlorophyllin (liquid)

Copper chlorophyllin drops in water — the trending green water. Used for internal deodorizing, detoxification, and as a daily nutrient boost. Most products are semi-synthetic.

Uncaria rhynchophylla

Kampo herb for hypertension, headache, dizziness, and childhood convulsions. The hook-bearing stems are the medicinal part, used in Yokukansan formula.

Chrysanthemum morifolium

A cooling TCM herb used for eye health, headaches, and clearing heat. Commonly enjoyed as a pleasant floral tea across East Asia.

Chrysanthemum morifolium

One of the most popular herbal teas in China — cooling, eye-supporting, and headache-relieving. A pleasant daily drink.

Passiflora caerulea (flavonoid)

A flavonoid from passionflower and honey — studied for aromatase inhibition (reducing estrogen conversion). Used in men's health and hormonal balance.

Polyherbal Ayurvedic Formula

An ancient Ayurvedic jam-like formula based on Amalaki (Amla) with 30-80 herbs. Used as a daily immune tonic and rejuvenative. India's most popular herbal supplement.

Amla-based Ayurvedic jam

India's #1 herbal supplement — 1-2 tsp daily of this Amla-based jam with 30-80 herbs. The ultimate Ayurvedic immune and rejuvenative tonic. 3000+ year history.

Cistanche deserticola

A TCM kidney yang tonic from desert regions. Called "ginseng of the desert." Used for energy, libido, bone strength, and constipation in the elderly.

Cistanche deserticola (extract)

Standardized extract of "desert ginseng." Contains echinacoside and acteoside. Used for energy, libido, cognitive function, and constipation.

Cochlospermum tinctorium

West African savanna plant whose root is used across Mali, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria for hepatitis, jaundice, malaria, and liver protection. Root produces yellow dye. Clinical studies in Mali support hepatoprotective activity. Contains cochloxanthin carotenoids.

Plectranthus barbatus

Contains forskolin which activates adenylate cyclase. Studied for asthma, glaucoma, cardiovascular health, and weight management.

Bone broth + vegetables + herbs

Bone broth cooked with medicinal herbs (astragalus, ginger, turmeric, shiitake) and vegetables. The most therapeutic food preparation in TCM and Western traditions.

Fagonia cretica

Unani and Pakistani folk medicine plant for cancer support, fever, skin diseases, and blood purification. Has generated significant research interest for anticancer activity.

Angelica pubescens

TCM wind-damp herb for the LOWER body — partner of Qiang Huo (upper body). For sciatica, low back pain, knee pain, and lower body arthritis. Key herb in Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (one of TCMs most important arthritis formulas).

Elephantopus scaber

Southeast Asian and tropical herb used in Malaysian (tapak liman), Indonesian, and Chinese folk medicine for hepatitis, fever, and kidney complaints. Contains elephantopin and deoxyelephantopin sesquiterpene lactones with documented anticancer activity.

Euphorbia resinifera

Moroccan endemic cactus-like euphorbia producing a latex containing resiniferatoxin — the hottest compound known (1000x capsaicin). Used in traditional Moroccan medicine for toothache, warts, and rheumatism. Modern research on pain management via TRPV1 desensitization.

Euphrasia officinalis

Doctrine of Signatures — flower looks like an eye, used for eye conditions. Traditional remedy for conjunctivitis, eye strain, and allergic eyes. Used as eyewash or internal tea. Anti-inflammatory and astringent.

Pueraria mirifica

Used in Korean and Thai medicine for menopausal symptoms due to potent phytoestrogen content (miroestrol, deoxymiroestrol). Much stronger estrogenic activity than soy.

Ginger + SCOBY fermented tea

Kombucha secondary-fermented with fresh ginger — combines probiotic benefits with ginger's digestive power. The most popular kombucha flavor worldwide.

Tribulus terrestris

An Ayurvedic herb for urinary health, kidney support, and male vitality. The fruit and root have different therapeutic profiles.

Evodia rutaecarpa

Kampo warming herb for migraine headache, nausea, cold abdominal pain, and mouth sores. Contains evodiamine with analgesic and thermoregulatory effects.

Mixed green superfood blend

Blended superfood powder — typically spirulina, chlorella, wheatgrass, barley grass, moringa, and other greens. Convenient daily nutrition boost.

Tinospora cordifolia

A key Ayurvedic immunomodulating herb, called "Amrita" (nectar of immortality), used for immune balance and liver support.

Hagenia abyssinica

Ethiopian traditional anthelmintic; dried female flower clusters used to expel tapeworms; once widely traded.

Hancornia speciosa

Brazilian cerrado fruit tree whose bark tea is widely used in traditional medicine for hypertension, diabetes, and inflammation. Latex applied for warts and skin conditions. Contains rutin, chlorogenic acid, and cyclitols. Fruit is popular regional delicacy.

Camptotheca acuminata

Toxic herb containing camptothecin, used to treat breast cancer, stomach and colon carcinoma, and chronic leukemia.

Terminalia chebula

Called the "King of Medicines" in Tibetan medicine. One of three fruits in Triphala. Used for digestive health, detoxification, and cognitive support.

Harpephyllum caffrum

South African tree whose bark is used in Zulu traditional medicine for skin conditions (acne, eczema, purulent dermatoses), blood purification, and dysentery. Contains gallic acid and methyl gallate. One of the most commercially traded South African medicinal barks.

Helichrysum italicum

An Italian essential oil prized for skin healing, bruises, scars, and anti-aging. One of the most expensive essential oils. Also used for respiratory support.

Helicteres isora

Indian and Southeast Asian shrub with distinctive screw-shaped fruits. Ayurvedic and Siddha medicine for diabetes, diarrhea, and colic. Fruit decoction for flatulence and gripe in children. Contains cucurbitacin B and betulinic acid.

Cannabis sativa

Hulled hemp seeds (no THC/CBD) — rich in complete protein, omega-3/6 fatty acids, and GLA. Used for digestive regularity and nutritive support.

Lawsonia inermis

Ancient cosmetic and medicinal plant — used for 5000+ years for hair dyeing, body art, and cooling the body. Contains lawsone (red-orange dye). Medicinally: antifungal, wound healing, and headache (paste on forehead).

Grifola frondosa

A large, prized culinary and medicinal mushroom. Contains D-fraction beta-glucans studied for immune modulation, blood sugar, and blood pressure support.

Gentian + Artichoke + Ginger + Orange Peel

Portable bitter spray format — 5 sprays before meals activates digestive secretions within seconds. More convenient than dropper bottles. The modern bitters format.

Polygonum multiflorum (processed)

The PREPARED (processed) form of He Shou Wu — dark, sweet, and used as a blood/yin tonic for hair, longevity, and vitality. Much safer than raw form.

Reynoutria multiflora (Zhi)

Steam-processed He Shou Wu — traditional 9x steaming with black beans transforms the raw laxative root into a blood/kidney nourishing tonic. ONLY use processed form. For premature graying, low back pain, and infertility. Raw form is laxative and hepatotoxic.

Cnicus benedictus

A bitter Mediterranean herb for digestive stimulation and lactation support. Different from Milk Thistle. Used in Swedish Bitters formulas.

Humulus lupulus

Beyond its use in brewing, hops is a traditional sedative herb used to support sleep and relaxation.

Marrubium vulgare

Traditional cough herb — horehound candy was once as common as cough drops. Contains marrubiin (expectorant and bitter). For dry, hacking coughs, bronchitis, and digestive upset. Very bitter taste.

Epimedium grandiflorum

A TCM herb for kidney yang deficiency — used for bone health, libido, and energy. Contains icariin which inhibits PDE5 (similar mechanism to certain ED drugs).

Armoracia rusticana

A pungent root used medicinally as a natural decongestant, digestive stimulant, and antimicrobial. Key ingredient in fire cider.

Armoracia rusticana (fresh root)

Fresh grated horseradish — a powerful sinus opener and circulatory stimulant. Key ingredient in fire cider. Allyl isothiocyanate provides the nasal-clearing punch.

Equisetum arvense

A silica-rich herb used traditionally for hair, skin, nail, and bone health, as well as urinary support.