Herb Library

Amelanchier stolonifera

Native American medicinal plant used as tonic. Documented among Potawatomi.

Astragalus lonchocarpus

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, poultice. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Secale cereale (pollen)

Flower pollen extract from rye — clinical evidence for BPH and prostate health. Allergen-free extract (proteins removed). Different from bee pollen.

Nolina microcarpa

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (internal), pulmonary aid. Documented among Isleta.

Acourtia microcephala

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

Plukenetia volubilis

Peruvian Amazonian superfood — seeds contain 48% oil with highest plant-based omega-3 (ALA) content at 45-53%. Complete protein (all essential amino acids). Sustainable vegan omega-3 alternative to fish oil. Nutty, mild flavor.

Crocus sativus (extract)

Standardized saffron extract (3.5% lepticrosalides). Clinical evidence for mild-moderate depression comparable to fluoxetine. Also studied for PMS and eye health.

Ranunculus glaberrimus

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), poison, dermatological aid. Documented among Okanagan-Colville, Thompson.

Cycas revoluta

Traditional medicinal plant used for emmenagogue, expectorant, fattening, hemostat, hepatoma, tonic, tumor(lung).

Baccharis douglasii

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

Salvadora persica

Middle Eastern and African tree whose root twigs (miswak) are chewed for oral hygiene — Prophetic medicine and WHO-endorsed for dental health. Contains benzyl isothiocyanate, salvadourea, and fluoride. Clinical evidence supports anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis effects.

Salvia fruticosa

Mediterranean sage species consumed as daily tea across Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus. Lower thujone content than common sage making it safer for regular consumption. For sore throat, digestive complaints, and menopausal symptoms. Antioxidant and antimicrobial.

Rubus cuneifolius

Native American medicinal plant used as other. Documented among Seminole.

Cryptantha fendleri

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

Ipomopsis gunnisonii

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Carya pallida

Native American medicinal plant used as abortifacient, analgesic, cold remedy, dermatological aid, diaphoretic, emetic. Documented among Cherokee.

Reverchonia arenaria

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Hopi, Navajo, Kayenta.

Astragalus sesquiflorus

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

Sanicula europaea

Medieval wound herb — "He who keeps sanicle has no need of a physician." Astringent and vulnerary for wounds, hemorrhage, and diarrhea. Also used for coughs and sore throats. Not well-studied but long traditional use.

Chaenactis santolinoides

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, orthopedic aid. Documented among Kawaiisu.

Sapium ellipticum

East and Central African tree used in Rwandan, Kenyan, and Congolese traditional medicine for stomach complaints, malaria, and wound healing. Latex applied to warts. Bark decoction for cough and fever. Contains diterpenes and phorbol esters.

Sarcopoterium spinosum

Middle Eastern thorny shrub root used in Palestinian, Israeli, and Bedouin traditional medicine for diabetes. Clinical studies support significant hypoglycemic activity. Contains triterpenes. Root decoction consumed daily for blood sugar management.

Amelanchier alnifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, ear medicine, eye medicine, gastrointestinal aid, laxative, pediatric aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Cheyenne, Cree, Woodlands.

Simaba morettii

A medicinal plant (Simaba morettii) from the Simaroubaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Serenoa repens (160mg softgel)

Standard saw palmetto softgel — 160mg extract 2x daily (320mg total). The worldwide standard prostate supplement dose. May take 4-6 weeks to notice effects.

Serenoa repens (supercritical CO2)

Supercritical CO2-extracted saw palmetto — the extraction method used in European clinical trials (Permixon). Contains 85-95% fatty acids and sterols. More potent than ethanol extracts. For BPH: reduces nocturia, improves urine flow, shrinks prostate.

Serenoa repens (320mg extract)

Standardized to 85-95% fatty acids and sterols — the clinical dose is 320mg daily. The most studied herbal prostate supplement worldwide.

Serenoa repens (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted saw palmetto berry — an alternative to softgels for men who prefer liquid supplements. 60-90 drops twice daily.

Rubus argutus

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, antirheumatic (internal), dermatological aid, hemorrhoid remedy, oral aid, stimulant. Documented among Cherokee.

Penstemon deustus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, eye medicine, gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, analgesic, antirheumatic (internal). Documented among Paiute, Paiute, Northern, Shoshoni.

Cuscuta gronovii

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

Gaura coccinea

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic, panacea, pediatric aid. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Penstemon centranthifolius

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

Hamelia patens

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(head), cancer, diarrhea, dysentery, erysipelas, fever, jaundice, malaria, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Sambucus racemosa

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, cathartic, emetic, gastrointestinal aid, witchcraft medicine, antirheumatic (external). Documented among Bella Coola, Carrier, Northern, Carrier, Southern.

Mirabilis coccinea

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, venereal aid. Documented among Hopi, Yavapai.

Sphaeralcea coccinea

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, dietary aid, disinfectant, other, strengthener. Documented among Cheyenne, Lakota, Navajo, Kayenta.

Echinocereus coccineus

Native American medicinal plant used as heart medicine, poison. Documented among Navajo.

Castilleja coccinea

Native American medicinal plant used as poison, cold remedy, orthopedic aid, love medicine. Documented among Cherokee, Chippewa, Menominee.

Ipomopsis aggregata

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

Sceletium emarcidum

South African succulent closely related to S. tortuosum (kanna) with similar but distinct alkaloid profile. Used by San and Khoikhoi peoples for mood elevation and pain relief. Contains mesembrenol and mesembrenone. Traditionally fermented before use.

Platanthera dilatata

Native American medicinal plant used as urinary aid, poison. Documented among Micmac, Shuswap.

Boronia megastigma

A medicinal plant (Boronia megastigma) from the Rutaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Pelargonium roseum

A medicinal plant (Pelargonium roseum) from the Geraniaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Satureja odora

A medicinal plant (Satureja odora) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lepechinia schiediana

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

Schinopsis brasiliensis

Brazilian caatinga tree with extremely hard, dense wood. Bark decoction used in northeastern Brazilian folk medicine for wound healing, diarrhea, and inflammation. Very high tannin content (up to 30%). Endangered hardwood species.

Schisandra chinensis

The "five flavor berry" of Chinese medicine — an adaptogenic fruit used for liver support, stress resilience, and mental clarity.