Herb Library

Amelanchier utahensis

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

Cranberry + D-Mannose + Uva Ursi

Triple UTI prevention — Cranberry PACs prevent bacterial adhesion, D-Mannose flushes E. coli, Uva Ursi provides urinary antiseptic action. For recurrent UTIs.

Uvaria chamae

West African antimicrobial root for jaundice, fever, wound infections, and stomach pain; root chewed for oral infections.

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

A traditional urinary tract herb containing arbutin, used for short-term bladder and urinary support.

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (400mg)

Standard Uva Ursi capsule — for short-term UTI support (MAX 1-2 weeks). 400mg 3x daily. Requires alkaline urine to activate arbutin. Take with sodium bicarbonate.

Piper guineense

Nigerian spice-medicine for postpartum recovery, cough, and rheumatism; leaf used in soups for lactation and uterine healing.

Valeriana officinalis

One of the most well-known and studied sleep support herbs, used for centuries to promote relaxation and restful sleep.

Valeriana officinalis (450mg)

Standard valerian root capsule — 450mg is the common dose. Take 30-60 minutes before bed. May take 2-4 weeks for full effect. Strong smell even in capsules.

Valeriana officinalis (extract)

Standardized valerian extract — 0.8% valerenic acid typical. The most studied form for insomnia and sleep quality improvement.

Valeriana officinalis + Humulus lupulus

Classic European sleep combination — synergistic sedation. Ze 91019 clinical trials show improved sleep quality comparable to benzodiazepines without morning hangover. Standard dose: 500mg valerian + 120mg hops before bedtime. Non-addictive.

Valeriana + Humulus

The most clinically studied sleep herb combination. Ze 91019 extract shown to improve sleep quality comparable to benzodiazepines without morning hangover.

Valeriana officinalis (tea)

Traditional valerian root tea — milder than extract but still effective for sleep. Strong, distinctive smell. Often combined with hops, lemon balm, or passionflower.

Valeriana officinalis (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted valerian — the strongest smelling herbal tincture. 30-60 drops before bed. More fast-acting than capsules. The smell is notoriously awful.

Lessingia glandulifera

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

Vanilla planifolia

Worlds most popular flavor — Aztec heritage. Vanilla extract has mild sedative and antioxidant properties. Vanillin (main compound) is anti-inflammatory. Real vanilla is expensive; most "vanilla" is synthetic vanillin. Aromatherapy for anxiety.

Chamaesyce multiformis

Native American medicinal plant used as breast treatment, dietary aid, laxative, pediatric aid, reproductive aid, strengthener. Documented among Hawaiian.

Equisetum variegatum

Native American medicinal plant used as eye medicine. Documented among Yuki.

Nuphar lutea

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, disinfectant, analgesic, antirheumatic (external), panacea, venereal aid. Documented among Algonquin, Quebec, Cree, Woodlands, Flathead.

Phacelia heterophylla

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

Crataeva nurvala

Ayurvedic herb for urinary stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and bladder conditions. The bark has demonstrated litholytic and anti-inflammatory activity.

Clematis viorna

Native American medicinal plant used as panacea. Documented among Meskwaki.

Musa paradisiaca

Siddha diuretic and lithotriptic; banana stem juice for kidney stones and UTIs; also used for weight loss in Tamil tradition.

Peltigera sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Oweekeno.

Horse Chestnut + Butcher's Broom + Gotu Kola + Grape Seed

Comprehensive vein formula — Aescin for vein tone, Ruscogenins for vein strength, Centella for vein wall integrity, OPCs for capillary protection.

Cinnamomum impressicostatum

A medicinal plant (Cinnamomum impressicostatum) from the Lauraceae family used in traditional medicine.

Rumex venosus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, gynecological aid, analgesic, antidiarrheal, antirheumatic (internal), blood medicine. Documented among Arapaho, Lakota, Paiute.

Lathyrus venosus

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, emetic, hemostat, stimulant, tonic. Documented among Chippewa.

Prosopis velutina

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, analgesic, antidiarrheal, burn dressing, cathartic, disinfectant. Documented among Papago, Pima.

Dialium guineense

West African sour fruit remedy for diarrhea, fever, and oral thrush; high in vitamin C and antioxidants.

Verbena officinalis

A sacred European herb used since antiquity as a nervine, bitter tonic, and liver/gallbladder supporter.

Chrysopogon zizanioides

A deeply grounding essential oil from tropical grass roots. Used for ADHD support, anxiety, insomnia, and skin care. Called "the oil of tranquility."

Wrightia tinctoria

Siddha specific for psoriasis and skin diseases; leaf oil applied topically; bark decoction for dysentery and stomachache.

Embelia ribes

An Ayurvedic herb traditionally used for intestinal parasites, digestive support, and as a blood purifier.

Melaleuca cajuputi

A medicinal plant (Melaleuca cajuputi) from the Myrtaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Trichostema lanceolatum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, febrifuge, misc. disease remedy, cold remedy, dermatological aid, disinfectant. Documented among Concow, Costanoan, Kawaiisu.

Acer circinatum

Native American medicinal plant used as love medicine, antidiarrheal, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Karok, Thompson.

Viola tricolor

Traditional European remedy used for skin conditions including eczema, acne, and cradle cap in babies. Also used as a mild expectorant and anti-inflammatory for respiratory catarrh and rheumatic conditions.

Collinsia violacea

Native American medicinal plant used as tuberculosis remedy, cold remedy, cough medicine, pulmonary aid. Documented among Creek, Natchez.

Viola odorata

Gentle lymphatic and respiratory herb — for breast lumps, coughs, and skin conditions. Poultice traditionally applied to breast cysts and tumors. Flowers make beautiful syrup. Contains salicylates. Safe for children. Spring tonic.

Dalea purpurea

Native American medicinal plant used as heart medicine, antidiarrheal, misc. disease remedy, pulmonary aid, panacea. Documented among Chippewa, Meskwaki, Navajo.

Oxalis violacea

Native American medicinal plant used as anthelmintic, antiemetic, blood medicine, cancer treatment, dermatological aid, oral aid. Documented among Cherokee, Pawnee.

Mertensia virginica

Native American medicinal plant used as pulmonary aid, tuberculosis remedy, antidote, venereal aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Salicornia virginica

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external). Documented among Heiltzuk.

Physalis virginiana

Native American medicinal plant used as stimulant. Documented among Meskwaki.

Hexastylis virginica

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

Iris virginica

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

Triadenum virginicum

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

Pycnanthemum virginianum

Traditional medicinal plant used for diaphoretic, sclerosis(belly), spasm, spice.