Herb Library

Scutellaria churchilliana

A medicinal plant (Scutellaria churchilliana) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Teucrium gnaphalodes

A medicinal plant (Teucrium gnaphalodes) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Teucrium polium var. valentinum

Traditional medicinal plant used for abscess, diabetes, fungoid, inflammation, intestine, piles, stimulant, tumor.

Tabernanthe iboga

Traditional medicinal plant used for apertif, aphrodisiac, cns stimulant, convalescence, debility, fatality, fever, flu, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Inga feuillei

A medicinal plant (Inga feuillei) from the Fabaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Ribes oxyacanthoides

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, tonic. Documented among Thompson.

Artemisia tripartita

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Navajo.

Terminalia ivorensis

Traditional medicinal plant used for rheumatism, sore, wound.

Pluchea sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge, hemorrhoid remedy. Documented among Houma.

Catalpa bignonioides

Traditional medicinal plant used for abrasion, emetic, laxative, poultice, skin, vermifuge, wound.

Medeola virginiana

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, panacea, pediatric aid, witchcraft medicine. Documented among Iroquois.

Castilleja affinis

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, disinfectant. Documented among Costanoan.

Darmera peltata

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid. Documented among Karok.

Cruciferous vegetable extract

A compound from cruciferous vegetables that converts to DIM in the body. Supports estrogen metabolism and hormonal balance. Studied for breast health.

Apocynum ?floribundum

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Eucalyptus sideroxylon

Aboriginal medicine tree with kino (gum) used for diarrhea and sore throat gargle. The red gum exudate is astringent and antiseptic.

Ferrous bisglycinate

The gentlest form of supplemental iron — chelated for better absorption and fewer GI side effects. Often recommended alongside iron-rich herbs.

Irvingia gabonensis (bark)

West African bush mango BARK (distinct from the well-known weight loss seed) used in Cameroonian and Gabonese traditional medicine for diarrhea, hernia, and wound healing. High tannin content. Bark decoction for dysentery and toothache.

Origanum vulgare var. hirtum

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(ear), ache(tooth), alopecia, anodyne, bronchitis, cancer, carminative, catarrh, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Ajuga iva

Traditional medicinal plant used for spasm, tumor(liver).

Pilocarpus jaborandi

Source of pilocarpine — prescription drug for glaucoma and dry mouth. Powerful cholinergic that causes sweating and salivation. Used by indigenous Brazilians as diaphoretic. PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY.

Myrciaria cauliflora

A medicinal plant (Myrciaria cauliflora) from the Myrtaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Chromolaena odorata

Caribbean wound herb; fresh crushed leaves applied to stop bleeding and promote healing; also used for colds and malaria.

Eupatorium odoratum

Traditional medicinal plant used for amenorrhea, amygdalitis, apertif, bite(leech), cataplasm, catarrh, cold, cough, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Penstemon jamesii

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, pediatric aid, analgesic, ceremonial medicine, throat aid. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Eriogonum jamesii

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, oral aid, heart medicine, psychological aid, analgesic, contraceptive. Documented among Apache, White Mountain, Keres, Western, Navajo, Kayenta.

Caesalpinia jamesii

Native American medicinal plant used as veterinary aid. Documented among Zuni.

Mahonia japonica

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(back), alexiteric, cough, dysentery, enteritis, fever, hepatoma, knee, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Aucuba japonica

Traditional medicinal plant used for burn, swelling.

Hymenaea courbaril

Amazonian canopy tree whose bark is used for energy, respiratory infections, candida, and prostatitis. Resin (copal) burned ceremonially and used medicinally. Contains terpenes (caryophyllene) and diterpenes. Brazilian folk remedy for chronic fatigue.

Coix lacryma-jobi

Native American medicinal plant used as pediatric aid, toothache remedy. Documented among Cherokee.

Simmondsia chinensis

Not actually an oil — it is a liquid wax ester, similar to human sebum. Excellent for skin and hair care. Non-comedogenic moisturizer. For acne, eczema, psoriasis, and hair conditioning. EXTERNAL USE ONLY (toxic if ingested).

Trichilia hirta

Traditional medicinal plant used for abortifacient, astringent, cold, cosmetic, emmenagogue, fever, hair, hair-oil, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Simmondsia chinensis

Technically a liquid wax, not oil. The closest plant substance to human sebum. Used for skin moisturizing, hair care, and as a carrier oil for essential oils.

Spermacoce assurgens

A medicinal plant (Spermacoce assurgens) from the Rubiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Iresine diffusa

Native American medicinal plant used as pulmonary aid. Documented among Houma.

Ziziphus jujuba

A gentle TCM herb that harmonizes formulas, nourishes blood, and calms the spirit. Used in many classic formulas as a harmonizer.

Jussiaea repens

Traditional medicinal plant used for abscess, alexiteric, bite(snake), dermatosis, diuretic, fever, refrigerant, skin, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Citrus sphaerocarpa

A medicinal plant (Citrus sphaerocarpa) from the Rutaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Antennaria rosulata

Native American medicinal plant used as hunting medicine, pediatric aid, witchcraft medicine. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Anisomeles indica

Traditional medicinal plant used for astringent, carminative, gravel, malaria, tonic.

Ocimum suave

A medicinal plant (Ocimum suave) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Khaya senegalensis

West African mahogany tree whose bitter bark is widely used in Sahelian traditional medicine for malaria, fever, jaundice, and intestinal worms. Contains limonoids with antimalarial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Combretum micranthum

West African daily health tea consumed across Senegal, Mali, and Guinea. Traditional use for malaria, liver protection, digestive support, and weight management. Contains combretin alkaloids.

Knema globularia

Thai and Malay Peninsula tree in the nutmeg family used in traditional Thai medicine for wound healing, skin infections, and diarrhea. Red sap from bark applied to cuts. Contains lignans and neolignans distinct from true nutmeg.

Hyptis capitata

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(stomach), amenorrhea, carminative, chest, constipation, cyanogenetic, diarrhea, dyspepsia, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Strophanthus kombe

Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, diuretic, heart, poison, poison(arrow), stimulant.

SCOBY fermented tea

Fermented sweet tea containing probiotics, organic acids, and B vitamins. Used for gut health, immune support, and energy. Not technically an herb.