Herb Library

Menyanthes trifoliata

This aquatic plant targets the lymphatic tissues of the body, clearing obstruction and waste. It is also used to cleanse and tone the liver and gallbladder, relieve shingles, and regulate female hormones.

Betula nana

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Eskimo, Western.

Vaccinium uliginosum

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

Solidago uliginosa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid. Documented among Potawatomi.

Ledum groenlandicum

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy, nose medicine, analgesic, ceremonial medicine, tonic, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Abnaki, Algonquin, Quebec, Bella Coola.

Kalmia polifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as poison, antihemorrhagic, dermatological aid. Documented among Hesquiat, Kwakiutl, Tlingit.

Platanthera ?media

Native American medicinal plant used as love medicine. Documented among Potawatomi.

Andromeda polifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as respiratory aid. Documented among Mahuna.

Salix pedicellaris

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Ojibwa.

Richeria grandis

Trinidadian and Eastern Caribbean aphrodisiac bark decoction for erectile dysfunction and male vitality.

Aniba rosaeodora

A medicinal plant (Aniba rosaeodora) from the Lauraceae family used in traditional medicine.

Rubus coreanus

Korean berry used for male reproductive health, kidney tonic, frequent urination, and vision improvement. Traditionally made into bokbunja-ju wine.

Peumus boldus

A South American herb used for liver and gallbladder support, and digestive comfort. Contains boldine alkaloid. Short-term use only.

Peumus boldus (leaf tea)

South Americas most popular liver tea — Chilean and Argentine households drink boldo tea after heavy meals. Contains boldine (antioxidant 10x vitamin E). For hangover, indigestion, and gallbladder support. ONLY use dried leaves (essential oil is toxic).

Physalis angulata

Traditional medicinal plant used for analgesic, antidote, antiseptic, asthma, boil, cold, diarrhea, diuretic, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Collagen-rich bone stock

Slow-cooked bone broth — rich in collagen, gelatin, glycine, proline, and minerals. Used for gut healing, joint support, and as a nourishing convalescent food.

Bone broth protein powder

Concentrated bone broth powder — type II collagen, glycine, proline, and minerals in convenient powder form. Used for gut healing, joint support, and protein supplementation.

Bovine bone calcium

Whole bone calcium (MCHA) — contains calcium, phosphorus, collagen, and growth factors in natural bone matrix. Better absorbed and retained than calcium carbonate.

Eupatorium perfoliatum

A traditional Native American and early American herb used for immune support during seasonal challenges.

Aconitum laciniatum

Highly toxic Tibetan aconite used only after extensive purification (detoxification) for severe cold disorders, arthritis, and neurological conditions.

Borago officinalis

The seed oil (starflower oil) is rich in GLA like Evening Primrose. Flowers are edible. ONLY use seed oil — plant contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids.

Borago officinalis (seed oil)

Cold-pressed borage seed oil — the richest source of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid, 20-26%). PA-free seed oil only. Used for skin health and inflammation.

Artemisia arctica

Native American medicinal plant used as cancer treatment, cold remedy, cough medicine, eye medicine, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Tanana, Upper.

Datura candida

Traditional medicinal plant used for asthma, chest, fracture, intoxicant, narcotic, piles, poison, tumor, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Boscia senegalensis

West African drought-resistant shrub used in Sahelian medicine for diabetes, hypertension, and as famine food. Seeds processed to remove bitterness and eaten. Root decoction for syphilis and mental illness in Nigerian folk medicine.

Boswellia serrata

The resin of the Boswellia tree, used in Ayurvedic medicine to support joint comfort and healthy inflammatory response.

Boswellia serrata (30% AKBA)

High-potency boswellia extract standardized to 30% AKBA (3-O-acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid) — the most potent 5-LOX inhibitor. For osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and asthma. ApresFlex/Aflapin brands have best bioavailability.

Boswellia serrata (400mg)

Standard Boswellia extract capsule — 400mg standardized to 65% boswellic acids. For joint comfort and inflammation. 400mg 3x daily. Takes 2-4 weeks for full effect.

Boswellia serrata (ApresFlex)

ApresFlex — 20% AKBA standardization with enhanced bioavailability. 100mg dose shown to be as effective as 250mg regular boswellia in clinical trials.

Boswellia serrata (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted boswellia resin — provides boswellic acids in liquid form. 30-60 drops 3x daily. The tincture format for those who prefer liquids to capsules.

Lagenaria siceraria

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, analgesic, psychological aid. Documented among Cherokee, Houma, Seminole.

Bovine thymus gland

Desiccated thymus gland from cows — used in European biological medicine for immune modulation. Contains thymosin peptides. Quality varies widely.

Iris macrosiphon

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

Porteranthus trifoliatus

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), cold remedy, dermatological aid, emetic, kidney aid, liver aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Acer negundo

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, emetic. Documented among Cheyenne, Meskwaki, Ojibwa.

Paxistima myrsinites

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, emetic, cold remedy, kidney aid, tuberculosis remedy, analgesic. Documented among Navajo, Ramah, Okanagan-Colville, Thompson.

Buxus sempervirens

European evergreen tree whose leaf extract (SPV-30) was studied in clinical trials for HIV/AIDS. A well-designed placebo-controlled trial showed SPV-30 may help maintain CD4 cell counts in asymptomatic HIV patients.

Brachylaena discolor

South African coastal tree used in Zulu traditional medicine for intestinal parasites, diabetes, and as blood purifier. Bark decoction for colds and chest complaints. Contains sesquiterpene lactones. Durable wood traditionally used for fence posts.

Pteridium aquilinum

Traditional medicinal plant used for astringent, bactericide, breast, carcinogenic, cyanogenetic, diarrhea, diuretic, fever, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Melaleuca bracteata

Traditional medicinal plant used for repellant(insect).

Heuchera bracteata

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, oral aid, toothache remedy. Documented among Navajo.

Mentzelia nuda

Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge. Documented among Dakota.

Bacopa monnieri

Ayurvedic brain tonic — one of two herbs called "Brahmi" (the other is Gotu Kola). Clinical evidence for memory, learning, and anxiety. Takes 8-12 weeks for full cognitive benefits. Bitter taste.

Centella asiatica

Called Brahmi in some Ayurvedic traditions (not to be confused with Bacopa which is also called Brahmi). Used for cognitive support and wound healing.

Bacopa monnieri (extract)

Standardized Bacopa extract (45-55% bacosides). The most clinically studied form for memory, learning, and cognitive function. Takes 8-12 weeks for full effect.

Bacopa monnieri (oil infusion)

Coconut oil infused with Bacopa — used topically in Ayurvedic head massage (Shirodhara) for mental clarity, hair health, and stress relief.

Lion's Mane + Bacopa + Ginkgo

Triple cognitive formula — Lion's Mane for NGF, Bacopa for memory consolidation, Ginkgo for cerebral circulation. Different mechanisms for synergistic support.

Tragia ramosa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, pediatric aid, strengthener. Documented among Keres, Western.