Herb Library

Cerastium beeringianum

Native American medicinal plant used as veterinary aid. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Trimethylglycine hydrochloride

A supplemental form of stomach acid used for low stomach acid (hypochlorhydria). Supports protein digestion and mineral absorption. Not technically an herb.

Trillium erectum

A traditional Appalachian and Native American herb used for uterine support and as an astringent.

Semecarpus anacardium

Potent Ayurvedic herb used in processed form for arthritis, neurological disorders, and skin conditions. The raw nut is caustic and must be purified before use.

Rotheca serrata

Tibetan and Ayurvedic herb for asthma, bronchitis, and allergic respiratory conditions. The root has demonstrated antihistaminic and mast cell stabilizing activity.

Eclipta prostrata

An important Ayurvedic herb for liver support and hair health, traditionally known as the "ruler of hair."

Phyllanthus niruri

The Ayurvedic name for Chanca Piedra — "Earth Amla." Used for kidney stones, liver support, and blood sugar balance across Ayurvedic, Brazilian, and African traditions.

Pinus walliciana

A medicinal plant (Pinus walliciana) from the Pinaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Terminalia bellirica

The second fruit of Triphala. Used in Ayurveda for respiratory health, eye support, and as a rejuvenative for Kapha dosha.

Cerastium fontanum

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

Artemisia tridentata

Native American medicinal plant used as disinfectant, respiratory aid, gastrointestinal aid, cold remedy, cough medicine, pulmonary aid. Documented among Cahuilla, Coahuilla, Diegueno.

Atriplex lentiformis

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy, nose medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Cahuilla, Pima.

Populus grandidentata

Native American medicinal plant used as abortifacient, gynecological aid, dermatological aid, dietary aid, hemostat. Documented among Cree, Iroquois, Malecite.

Betula pendula

European birch bark and leaves used for urinary health, joint comfort, and as a mild diuretic. Contains betulin and betulinic acid.

Cercocarpus montanus

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, cough medicine, internal medicine, venereal aid. Documented among Apache, White Mountain, Kawaiisu, Mahuna.

Betula pendula (leaf tea)

Young birch leaf tea — a gentle diuretic and urinary tonic from Northern European folk medicine. Pleasant mild green taste. Used for UTI support and fluid retention.

Aristolochia clematitis

DANGEROUS — BANNED IN MANY COUNTRIES. Contains aristolochic acid causing irreversible kidney damage and cancer. Listed here ONLY as a safety warning. NEVER USE.

Ammi visnaga

Egyptian medicinal plant — source of khellin, which inspired the development of cromolyn sodium (asthma drug). Traditional use for asthma, kidney stones, and angina. Smooth muscle relaxant.

Prunus emarginata

Native American medicinal plant used as heart medicine, tuberculosis remedy, cold remedy, panacea, blood medicine, cancer treatment. Documented among Bella Coola, Cowichan, Hoh.

Solanum dulcamara

Traditional medicinal plant used for alterative, analgesic, anaphrodisiac, anodyne, antidote, bronchitis, cancer, cardiotonic, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Carya cordiformis

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, diuretic, laxative, panacea. Documented among Iroquois, Meskwaki.

Fraxinus nigra

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, analgesic, antirheumatic (external), ear medicine, laxative. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois, Menominee.

Coleogyne ramosissima

Native American medicinal plant used as venereal aid. Documented among Kawaiisu.

Acacia catechu

Strong astringent and clotting agent that helps reduce excess mucus. Used for eczema, hemorrhages, diarrhea, dysentery, and bleeding gums. Bark decoctions treat sore throats in Ayurvedic medicine.

Photinia melanocarpa

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy. Documented among Potawatomi.

Actaea racemosa

A North American herb traditionally used by Native Americans, now primarily studied for menopausal symptom support.

Actaea racemosa (540mg)

Standard Black Cohosh capsule — for menopausal hot flashes. 540mg (or 40mg standardized extract) daily. Takes 4-8 weeks for effect. Monitor liver function.

Actaea racemosa (extract)

Standardized extract — the most studied form for menopausal hot flashes, night sweats, and mood support. Remifemin is the best-known brand.

Actaea racemosa + Vitex combo

Common combination formula — Black Cohosh for hot flashes plus Vitex for hormonal balance. Addresses multiple menopausal symptoms simultaneously.

Viburnum prunifolium

A traditional uterine tonic and antispasmodic, closely related to cramp bark, used for menstrual and pregnancy support.

Viburnum prunifolium

A traditional antispasmodic and uterine relaxant — used for menstrual cramps, threatened miscarriage (under supervision), and muscle tension.

Crataegus douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, antidiarrheal, antirheumatic (external), oral aid, pediatric aid, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Kwakiutl, Okanagan-Colville, Okanagon.

Helleborus niger

Traditional medicinal plant used for cancer, cardiac, cardiostimulant, cardiotonic, cathartic, diuretic, emmenagogue, hydragogue, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Ballota nigra

Anti-nausea herb — particularly for motion sickness and nausea of nervous origin. Despite its unpleasant smell, it is an effective antiemetic. Not related to White Horehound despite the name.

Gaylussacia baccata

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, kidney aid, blood medicine, ceremonial medicine, liver aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Solanum nigrum

Traditional medicinal plant used for abdomen, abscess, ache(stomach), alexiteric, alterative, amygdalitis, analgesic, anasarca, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Artemisia nova

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy, cough medicine. Documented among Shoshoni.

Nigella sativa + Raw Honey

Traditional Middle Eastern remedy — black seed mixed into raw honey. Combines the immune benefits of both. Popular in Islamic and Ayurvedic medicine.

Juglans nigra

Antifungal and antiparasitic — green hull tincture is the traditional worm remedy. Contains juglone with antifungal properties. Used for ringworm, athletes foot, and intestinal parasites.

Juglans nigra (hull tincture)

Tincture from green (unripe) black walnut hulls — used in parasite cleanse protocols (with wormwood and cloves). Contains juglone antimicrobial. Short-term use only.

Physalis alkekingi

A medicinal plant (Physalis alkekingi) from the Solanaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Cnicus benedictus

A bitter herb traditionally used for digestive stimulation, lactation support, and as a general tonic. Different from Milk Thistle.

Adenophora tetraphylla

Hemolyzes blood cells and stimulates myocardial contraction. Used as an antibacterial and demulcent in TCM.

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus

Native American medicinal plant used as pediatric aid. Documented among Poliklah.

Pseudoroegneria spicata

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external). Documented among Okanagan-Colville.

Caulophyllum thalictroides

A traditional Native American herb historically used by midwives. Considered potentially toxic and not recommended for general use.

Vaccinium membranaceum

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (internal), heart medicine. Documented among Flathead.

Bacopa caroliniana

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, other, respiratory aid, sedative. Documented among Seminole.