Herb Library

Machaeranthera canescens

Native American medicinal plant used as nose medicine, throat aid, witchcraft medicine, emetic. Documented among Navajo, Okanagan-Colville, Zuni.

Solanum triflorum

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, pediatric aid, gastrointestinal aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Lakota, Navajo, Ramah.

Teucrium cyprium

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

Micromeria myrtifolia

A medicinal plant (Micromeria myrtifolia) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Urena lobata

Philippine hilot remedy for cough, fever, and wound infections; root decoction for gonorrhea and intestinal colic.

Angelica sinensis

Most prescribed herb in TCM — "Female Ginseng" for blood building and menstrual regulation. Different parts have different actions: head stops bleeding, body nourishes blood, tail moves blood. Contains ligustilide.

Angelica gigas

Korean medicinal angelica distinct from Chinese and Japanese species, used for blood deficiency, menstrual disorders, anemia, and pain. Contains decursin unique to this species.

Codonopsis pilosula

TCM qi tonic — gentler and cheaper substitute for Ren Shen (Ginseng) in many formulas. For fatigue, poor appetite, loose stool, and shortness of breath. Milder and more moistening than ginseng. Safe for long-term daily use. Sweet taste.

Daphne gnidium

Mediterranean shrub used cautiously in Moroccan and Algerian traditional medicine for hair loss treatment (external rinse), skin conditions, and joint pain. TOXIC: Contains daphnane diterpenes (mezerein, daphnetoxin). Only for external use in diluted preparations.

Dodecatheon pulchellum

Native American medicinal plant used as eye medicine, oral aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Okanagan-Colville.

Angelica dawsonii

Native American medicinal plant used as antihemorrhagic, antirheumatic (external), ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, dietary aid, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Blackfoot.

Ophiocordyceps sinensis

Prized Tibetan medicine fungus parasitizing ghost moth larvae, used for kidney strengthening, lung support, fatigue, and libido. Among the world's most expensive biological products.

Atropa belladonna

Powerful smooth muscle antispasmodic used to relieve intestinal colic, treat peptic ulcers, and alleviate symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Contains tropane alkaloids used in conventional anesthesia.

Liatris spicata

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Cherokee, Menominee.

Oenothera primiveris

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

Sphaeralcea ambigua

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic, antirheumatic (external), cathartic, cold remedy, contraceptive, dermatological aid. Documented among Shoshoni.

Baileya multiradiata

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

Clematis virginiana

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, ceremonial medicine, gastrointestinal aid, kidney aid, orthopedic aid, dermatological aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Cassytha filiformis

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, respiratory aid. Documented among Hawaiian.

Tephrosia virginiana

Traditional medicinal plant used for alopecia, bladder, cathartic, cough, diaphoretic, fortifcant, laxative, piscicide, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Aralia spinosa

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (internal), carminative, dermatological aid, diaphoretic, emetic, orthopedic aid. Documented among Cherokee, Choctaw, Koasati.

Glycyrrhiza glabra (DGL chewable)

Chewable DGL licorice — must be chewed/dissolved in mouth before swallowing for best effect. Mix with saliva activates the protective mechanism. For heartburn and ulcers.

Protease + Lipase + Amylase + plant enzymes

Broad-spectrum plant-based digestive enzymes — breaks down protein, fat, carbs, fiber, and dairy. Take with meals. Not an herb but essential in digestive protocols.

Arceuthobium occidentale

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Mendocino Indian.

Eriogonum divaricatum

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, orthopedic aid, snake bite remedy. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Rosa canina

Common European wild rose whose hips are exceptionally rich in vitamins A, B, C, and K. Used as a nutritional supplement, mild diuretic, and astringent for diarrhea and gastritis. Traditional rosehip syrup was once given to children as a vitamin C source.

Peltigera canina

Native American medicinal plant used as urinary aid. Documented among Nitinaht.

Erythronium grandiflorum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, cold remedy. Documented among Montana Indian, Okanagan-Colville.

Isodon rubescens

A TCM herb for clearing heat-toxins in the throat and digestive tract. Contains oridonin which is being studied for various health applications.

Angelica sinensis

One of the most important herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, traditionally used to support blood health and menstrual balance.

Angelica sinensis (520mg)

Standard Dong Quai capsule — the convenient format for menstrual support. 520mg 3x daily. Best for blood deficiency patterns (TCM). Not a standalone menopause herb.

Angelica sinensis (extract)

Standardized extract of the "female ginseng." Used for menstrual regulation, blood nourishment, and menopausal support. Most studied form in clinical trials.

Angelica sinensis

The whole root of Dong Quai — "female ginseng" of TCM. Blood tonic and blood mover for menstrual health. Head, body, and tail have different actions.

Angelica sinensis (tea)

Traditional decoction form of Dong Quai — simmered 20-30 minutes. The classic way TCM practitioners prepare this blood tonic. Often combined with other herbs.

Liatris punctata

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, urinary aid, venereal aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Comanche, Meskwaki.

Lesquerella douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, gastrointestinal aid, dermatological aid, diaphoretic. Documented among Okanagan-Colville, Shuswap.

Chaenactis douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, orthopedic aid, heart medicine, pediatric aid, dermatological aid, snake bite remedy. Documented among Gosiute, Great Basin Indian, Okanagon.

Pseudotsuga menziesii

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, throat aid, antirheumatic (external), orthopedic aid. Documented among Apache, White Mountain, Hanaksiala, Isleta.

Senecio flaccidus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, disinfectant, gynecological aid, kidney aid, other, laxative. Documented among Costanoan, Kawaiisu.

Iris douglasiana

Native American medicinal plant used as oral aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Yokia.

Pogogyne douglasii

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

Artemisia douglasiana

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), dermatological aid, ear medicine, respiratory aid, urinary aid. Documented among Costanoan, Karok, Kawaiisu.

Satureja douglasii

Traditional medicinal plant used for blood, deodorant, tea.

Silene douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, emetic, gastrointestinal aid, veterinary aid, dermatological aid. Documented among Gosiute, Navajo, Ramah.

Spiraea douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal. Documented among Lummi.

Blephilia ciliata

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic. Documented among Cherokee.

Solidago squarrosa

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, emetic, gastrointestinal aid, venereal aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Aureolaria virginica

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal. Documented among Cherokee.