Herb Library

Enterolobium contortisiliquum

South American tree with ear-shaped pods used in Brazilian and Argentine folk medicine for respiratory conditions, wound healing, and as soap substitute. Bark contains saponins. Fruit decoction for cough and bronchitis. Contains enterolobine.

Rhodiola integrifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as oral aid. Documented among Eskimo, Alaska.

Lepechinia calycina

A medicinal plant (Lepechinia calycina) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Eriodictyon californicum

California native respiratory herb — Spanish missionaries named it "holy herb" for its healing power. For asthma, allergies, bronchitis, and colds. Also masks bitter flavors in medicine (pharmaceutical excipient). Contains eriodictyol and homoeriodictyol.

Eriosema chinense

Vietnamese and southern Chinese medicinal root used for low back pain, joint problems, and male reproductive health. Contains genistein and luteolin isoflavones. Common in Vietnamese thuoc nam (southern medicine) for bone and tendon strengthening.

Burdock + Sheep Sorrel + Slippery Elm + Turkey Rhubarb

Traditional 4-herb Ojibwa formula popularized by Rene Caisse. Used as an immune/detox tonic. Evidence is anecdotal — no clinical proof for cancer claims.

DIM + Calcium D-Glucarate + Broccoli Extract

Estrogen metabolism support — DIM promotes 2-hydroxy estrogen pathway, Calcium D-Glucarate prevents estrogen recirculation, Broccoli Seed provides sulforaphane.

Eucalyptus globulus

A respiratory support herb with powerful aromatic properties, used as a steam inhalant and in chest rubs for breathing comfort.

Eucalyptus + Peppermint + Camphor (topical)

Topical chest balm with eucalyptus, peppermint, and camphor — the natural Vicks alternative. Apply to chest and back for congestion relief. NEVER near infant faces.

Eucalyptus globulus

The leaf is used as tea for respiratory support. The essential oil is for steam inhalation ONLY — never ingest. Widely used in chest rubs.

Eucalyptus + Menthol (lozenge)

Eucalyptus and menthol cough drops — the classic sore throat and congestion remedy. Provides cooling relief and mild antimicrobial action. OTC standard.

Eucalyptus globulus (essential oil)

Steam-distilled eucalyptus oil — for inhalation and topical use ONLY. NEVER ingest. Used in steam inhalation for congestion and in chest rubs.

Eucalyptus globulus (steam inhalation)

The classic cold/flu remedy — 3-5 drops eucalyptus oil in steaming water, drape towel, breathe 5-10 min with eyes closed. Opens sinuses and soothes airways.

Eucommia ulmoides

A TCM kidney yang tonic used for lower back pain, bone strength, and blood pressure support. One of the few TCM herbs studied for hypertension.

Lappula squarrosa

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic. Documented among Ojibwa, South.

Euterpe precatoria

Wild Amazonian acai relative (not the cultivated E. oleracea) whose ROOT is the primary medicinal part in traditional Amazonian medicine. Root decoction for malaria, diabetes, hepatitis, and kidney pain. Contains apigenin and vanillic acid.

Oenothera biennis (1000mg)

Standard EPO softgel — 1000mg providing 90mg GLA. For PMS breast tenderness, eczema, and nerve function. Take 1-3 capsules daily. Works best over 2-3 months.

Vaccinium ovatum

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Makah, Pomo, Kashaya.

Calypso bulbosa

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive. Documented among Thompson.

Sideroxylon foetidissimum

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

Chamaelirium luteum

Eclectic medicine uterine tonic — for threatened miscarriage, infertility, and ovarian cysts. Endangered in the wild. Contains steroidal saponins. One of the most valuable American herbs historically.

Arecastrum romanzoffianum

Traditional medicinal plant used for antifertility.

Ceanothus fendleri

Native American medicinal plant used as oral aid, sedative, ceremonial medicine, emetic. Documented among Keres, Western, Navajo, Navajo, Kayenta.

Argyrochosma fendleri

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

Thlaspi montanum

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, preventive medicine, witchcraft medicine. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Arabis fendleri

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, panacea. Documented among Keres, Western, Navajo, Ramah.

Foeniculum vulgare (480mg)

Standard fennel seed capsule — for bloating, gas, and digestive comfort. Also used for lactation support. 480mg 1-3x daily.

Trigonella foenum-graecum (610mg)

Standard fenugreek seed capsule. For lactation: 3 caps 3x daily. For blood sugar: 2 caps with meals. Expect maple-syrup body odor (sign it's working).

Trigonella foenum-graecum (extract)

Standardized for furostanol saponins (Testofen) or 4-hydroxyisoleucine. Used for blood sugar support, lactation, and testosterone support in men.

Gadus morhua (fermented)

Traditionally fermented cod liver oil — provides vitamins A, D, and EPA/DHA in their natural forms. Used by Weston A. Price followers for bone/tooth health.

Allium sativum (black/honey ferment)

Garlic transformed through fermentation — black garlic (heat) or honey-garlic (lacto). Both increase SAC content and reduce harshness while maintaining benefits.

Curcuma longa (fermented)

Turmeric that has been fermented to increase bioavailability of curcumin without needing piperine. Easier on the digestive system.

Lomatium dissectum

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, dermatological aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Thompson.

Lomatium dissectum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, dietary aid, eye medicine, respiratory aid, tuberculosis remedy, antirheumatic (internal). Documented among Nez Perce, Okanagan-Colville, Paiute, Northern.

Ligusticum filicinum

Native American medicinal plant used as panacea, cough medicine. Documented among Menominee, Paiute.

Carex brevior

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

Tanacetum parthenium (380mg)

Standard feverfew capsule for migraine prevention — 380mg daily with food. Takes 2-3 MONTHS of daily use to reduce migraine frequency. Don't stop abruptly.

Tanacetum parthenium (extract)

Standardized to parthenolide content (0.2-0.7%). The most studied form for migraine prevention. Take daily for 2-3 months for full preventive effect.

Ficus thonningii

Pan-African fig tree used in at least 20 different traditional medicine systems. Bark decoction for diarrhea, respiratory infections, and lactation support. Latex applied for warts and ringworm. Sacred tree in many cultures.

Cerastium arvense

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, gynecological aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Thlaspi arvense

Native American medicinal plant used as throat aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Huperzia selago

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, emetic, gastrointestinal aid, analgesic. Documented among Nitinaht, Tanana, Upper.

ACV + Garlic + Ginger + Horseradish + Cayenne + Honey

Traditional folk immune tonic — pungent herbs steeped in apple cider vinegar with honey. Taken by the tablespoon daily in winter for immune and circulatory support.

Aconitum fischeri

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Gosiute.

EPA 360mg + DHA 240mg

Standard 1000mg fish oil softgel providing 360mg EPA + 240mg DHA. The world's most taken supplement. For heart, brain, joint, and eye health. 1-3 daily.

Thymophylla pentachaeta

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic. Documented among Paiute.

Flacourtia indica

Pan-tropical tree used in East African, Indian, and Malagasy traditional medicine. Bark decoction for malaria and diarrhea. Root preparations for snakebite. Leaf poultice for wounds. Fruit is edible. Contains flacourtine and phenolic glycosides.

Rhus copallinum

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic, burn dressing, dermatological aid, gynecological aid, urinary aid, antidiarrheal. Documented among Cherokee, Creek, Delaware.