Herb Library

Monotropa uniflora

A unique parasitic plant (no chlorophyll) — white/translucent. Used in small doses as a nerve pain remedy and emotional first aid. Very limited supply.

Oemleria cerasiformis

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, dermatological aid, laxative, tuberculosis remedy. Documented among Kwakiutl, Makah.

Zanthoxylum alatum

Traditional medicinal plant used for dentifrice, odontitis, piscicide, stomachic.

Darmera peltata

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

Hemidesmus indicus

Ayurvedic blood purifier and cooling herb — for skin diseases, urinary disorders, and as summer cooling drink (nannari sharbat). Different from true Sarsaparilla but similar uses. One of the best Pitta-pacifying herbs.

Urginea indica

Traditional medicinal plant used for amebiasis, asthma, bronchitis, bruise, cancer, cardiotonic, cathartic, corn, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Stephania glabra

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(body), ache(head), antibiotic, asthma, convulsion, eye, hyperglycemia, inflammation, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Thespesia populnea

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(head), bactericide, bite(bug), bite(insect), cancer, cardiotonic, cholera, cold, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Valeriana jatamansi

Traditional medicinal plant used for analgesic, anodyne, antibiotic, carminative, dysuria, hypnotic, hypochondria, hysteria, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Gaultheria fragrantissima

Traditional medicinal plant used for abortifacient, antiseptic, carminative, cough, fatality, hair, insecticide, neuralgia, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Indigofera arrecta

Tropical African and Asian indigo plant used in East African traditional medicine for epilepsy, liver complaints, and wound healing. Leaf preparations for skin infections. Contains indican and indirubin. Indirubin is now studied as anti-leukemia compound.

Cruciferous vegetable extract

A compound from cruciferous vegetables that converts to DIM in the body. Supports estrogen metabolism and hormonal balance. Studied for breast health.

Cinnamomum javanicum

Traditional medicinal plant used for parturition, splenomegaly.

Acrostichum danaeifolium

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

Distichlis spicata

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, heart medicine, laxative, venereal aid, cold remedy, dietary aid. Documented among Kawaiisu, Yokut.

Quercus wislizeni

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, dermatological aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Miwok.

Apocynum ?floribundum

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

Lupinus pusillus

Native American medicinal plant used as disinfectant, ear medicine, hemostat. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Osmunda claytoniana

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, venereal aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Lagochilus inebrians

A medicinal plant (Lagochilus inebrians) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Ionactis linariifolius

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antidiarrheal, febrifuge, respiratory aid. Documented among Cherokee.

Carapichea ipecacuanha

Historical emetic — syrup of ipecac was once in every first aid kit for poisoning (NO LONGER RECOMMENDED). Contains emetine (cardiotoxic with chronic use). Still used in very low homeopathic doses for nausea.

Chondrus crispus

A red seaweed rich in minerals and carrageenan, used as a nutritive tonic and respiratory soother.

Solanum tuberosum

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, psychological aid, eye medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois, Rappahannock.

Chondrus crispus

A red seaweed trending as a superfood — rich in 92 of 102 minerals the body needs. Used for thyroid support, gut health, and skin. Traditionally used in Ireland/Jamaica.

Eucalyptus sideroxylon

Aboriginal medicine tree with kino (gum) used for diarrhea and sore throat gargle. The red gum exudate is astringent and antiseptic.

Ferrous bisglycinate

The gentlest form of supplemental iron — chelated for better absorption and fewer GI side effects. Often recommended alongside iron-rich herbs.

Ipomopsis laxiflora

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

Iron bisglycinate + Ascorbic acid

Chelated iron with vitamin C — the gold standard iron supplement. Vitamin C increases iron absorption by 67%. Bisglycinate form minimizes GI upset. Take on empty stomach.

Vernonia sp.

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

Iris germanica

Unani medicine herb for liver enlargement, dropsy, and skin disorders. The dried aged rhizome (orris root) develops a violet-like scent used in perfumery and medicine.

Irvingia gabonensis (bark)

West African bush mango BARK (distinct from the well-known weight loss seed) used in Cameroonian and Gabonese traditional medicine for diarrhea, hernia, and wound healing. High tannin content. Bark decoction for dysentery and toothache.

Iryanthera juruensis

Amazonian nutmeg relative whose seed fat (ucuuba butter) is used in Brazilian ribeirinho medicine for arthritis, wound healing, and skin inflammation. Fat applied topically as anti-inflammatory. Contains trimyristin and juruenolide. Sustainable forest product.

Isatis tinctoria

TCM antiviral powerhouse — Ban Lan Gen is the most commonly used herb in China for sore throats and flu. During SARS and COVID, sales exploded. Contains indirubin (anti-leukemic compound). Also the source of blue woad dye.

Delphinium semibarbatum

Central Asian traditional herb used in Uzbek and Tajik medicine for fever, pain, and as a yellow dye plant. Contains diterpene alkaloids requiring careful dosing.

Plantago ovata

The husk of psyllium seeds — the most used bulk-forming fiber supplement worldwide. FDA-approved for cholesterol reduction and regularity.

Origanum vulgare var. hirtum

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(ear), ache(tooth), alopecia, anodyne, bronchitis, cancer, carminative, catarrh, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Pinus pinea

Traditional medicinal plant used for tumor(bladder).

Achillea moschata

Traditional medicinal plant used for liqueur, sternutatory, sudorific, vulnerary.

Ajuga iva

Traditional medicinal plant used for spasm, tumor(liver).

Coccinia grandis

A medicinal plant (Coccinia grandis) from the Cucurbitaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Hedera helix

A European respiratory herb — ivy leaf extract is one of the most well-studied and widely prescribed herbal cough remedies in Germany. Contains hederasaponins.

Hedera helix (extract)

The most prescribed herbal cough remedy in Germany (Prospan/EA 575). Clinical evidence for acute bronchitis, productive cough, and COPD. Safe for children.

Asplenium pseudofalcatum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, oral aid. Documented among Hawaiian.

Cymbopogon schoenanthus

Central Asian aromatic grass used in Unani medicine for urinary disorders, kidney stones, and digestive complaints. The essential oil has antimicrobial properties.

Pilocarpus jaborandi

Source of pilocarpine — prescription drug for glaucoma and dry mouth. Powerful cholinergic that causes sweating and salivation. Used by indigenous Brazilians as diaphoretic. PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY.

Myrciaria cauliflora

A medicinal plant (Myrciaria cauliflora) from the Myrtaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Chromolaena odorata

Caribbean wound herb; fresh crushed leaves applied to stop bleeding and promote healing; also used for colds and malaria.