Herb Library

Eriogonum longifolium

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

Heliomeris longifolia

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

Crepis acuminata

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, eye medicine, gynecological aid. Documented among Shoshoni.

Ephedra trifurca

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, kidney aid, venereal aid, other. Documented among Cocopa, Navajo, Pima.

Catharanthus longifolius

A medicinal plant (Catharanthus longifolius) from the Apocynaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Phlox longifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external), cold remedy, gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, blood medicine, cathartic. Documented among Havasupai, Okanagan-Colville, Paiute.

Pinus palustris

Traditional medicinal plant used for antiseptic, arthritis, bronchitis, carminative, colic, cystitis, dandruff, diarrhea, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Piper longum

Ayurvedic bioavailability enhancer — more potent than black pepper for absorption of other herbs. Contains piperine and piperlongumine. Warming digestive for cold/sluggish digestion. Key Trikatu ingredient with black pepper and ginger.

Polygonum amphibium

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, gynecological aid, oral aid, pediatric aid, analgesic, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Meskwaki, Ojibwa.

Eriogonum elongatum

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, hypotensive. Documented among Mahuna.

Osmorhiza longistylis

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, kidney aid, gynecological aid, veterinary aid, dietary aid, eye medicine. Documented among Cheyenne, Chippewa, Meskwaki.

Iris tenuissima

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

Linnaea borealis

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, febrifuge, gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, sedative, cold remedy. Documented among Algonquin, Quebec, Iroquois, Potawatomi.

Pycnanthemum loomisii

A medicinal plant (Pycnanthemum loomisii) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lophira lanceolata

West African savanna tree whose bark is used in Nigerian and Cameroonian medicine for malaria, fever, and pain. Seed oil (meni oil) applied to skin. Contains lophirone alkaloids and biflavonoids with analgesic properties.

Eriobotrya japonica

TCM cough and lung herb — Pi Pa Ye. Used in the famous Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa (honey loquat cough syrup — the most popular cough remedy in Asia). For dry coughs, nausea, and thirst. Leaf hairs must be removed before use.

Arum maculatum

Traditional medicinal plant used for bite(snake), cancer(face), cancer(lip), carcinoma, diaphoretic, dyspepsia, expectorant, incisive, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Ziziphus obtusifolia

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

Nelumbo nucifera

The seed of the sacred lotus, used in TCM for calming the spirit, stopping diarrhea, and strengthening the kidney. Also a culinary ingredient.

Orobanche ludoviciana

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Pima.

Artemisia ludoviciana

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, pediatric aid, pulmonary aid, respiratory aid, throat aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Cheyenne, Comanche.

Levisticum officinale

European culinary and urinary herb — root is a strong diuretic for UTIs and kidney stones. Tastes like celery with added depth (Maggi seasoning flavor). German Commission E approved for urinary tract inflammation. Pairs well with Bearberry.

Solanum mammosum

Traditional medicinal plant used for bite(dog), bladder, burn, cold, colic, diuretic, elephantiasis, heart, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Cystopteris protrusa

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

Dasyochloa pulchella

Native American medicinal plant used as laxative. Documented among Havasupai.

Camellia sinensis (amino acid)

An amino acid unique to tea (especially green tea). Promotes calm, focused alertness without drowsiness. Increases alpha brain waves. Synergizes with caffeine.

Asparagus lucidus

Traditional medicinal plant used for diuretic, expectorant, impotency, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, tonic.

Pouteria lucuma

An Andean fruit used as a natural sweetener with low glycemic index. Rich in beta-carotene, iron, and zinc. Popular in smoothies and desserts.

Pulmonaria officinalis

Named for its lung-shaped spotted leaves (Doctrine of Signatures), traditionally used for respiratory support.

Hemsleya amabilis

A medicinal plant (Hemsleya amabilis) from the Cucurbitaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lupinus sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, misc. disease remedy, respiratory aid, veterinary aid, diuretic, urinary aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Paiute, Shoshoni.

Cervus nippon (velvet antler)

TCM yang tonic — harvested from growing deer antler (before calcification). For kidney yang deficiency: low back pain, impotence, infertility, and fatigue. Contains IGF-1, collagen, and chondroitin. Used by athletes for joint health and recovery. Ethical concerns exist.

Tagetes erecta (extract)

A carotenoid from marigold flowers — concentrated in the macula of the eye. Strong evidence for macular health and blue light protection.

Tagetes erecta (FloraGLO)

Standardized free-form lutein from marigold — the form used in AREDS2 study. 10-20mg daily for macular health and blue light protection.

Lutein/Zeaxanthin (10mg/2mg)

Macular pigment carotenoids — filter blue light and protect against age-related macular degeneration. AREDS2 formula includes 10mg lutein + 2mg zeaxanthin. From marigold (Tagetes) flower extract. Takes 6+ months to build macular pigment density.

Litchi chinensis

Used in TCM as a remedy for gland enlargement and tumors. The seed has astringent and analgesic effects for gastralgia, colic, and orchitis.

Lychnophora ericoides

Brazilian cerrado mountain plant used as substitute for European arnica. For bruises, sprains, inflammation, and muscle pain. Contains lychnopholide sesquiterpene lactones with anti-inflammatory activity. Traditionally soaked in cachaca (sugarcane spirit).

Lycium chinense (bark)

The root bark of the wolfberry plant — used differently from the berry. Clears deficiency heat, cools blood, and reduces steaming bone syndrome.

Lycium chinense

A TCM liver and kidney yin tonic used for eye health, longevity, and blood nourishment. Closely related to Goji berry.

Berlandiera lyrata

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

Salvia lyrata

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, antidiarrheal, cold remedy, cough medicine, diaphoretic, gynecological aid. Documented among Catawba, Cherokee.

Lepidium meyenii (500mg)

Standard maca root capsule — 500mg. For energy, libido, and hormonal balance. 1-3g daily. Take in the morning (stimulating). Gelatinized form easier on stomach.

Lepidium meyenii (gelatinized)

Pre-cooked (gelatinized) maca — starch removed for easier digestion. Preferred form for those with sensitive stomachs. Same benefits as raw maca.

Verbena macdougalii

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

Cicuta virosa

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Alaska Native, Eskimo, Inupiat, Eskimo, Kuskokwagmiut.

Macropiper excelsum

New Zealand pepper tree closely related to kawakawa. Maori rongoā for stomach complaints, bladder issues, and as topical pain reliever. Leaves often characteristically riddled with insect holes. Contains myristicin and elemicin. Important cultural plant.

Catharanthus roseus

Toxic herb used to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, and acute lymphocytic leukemia. Source of vincristine and vinblastine.

Euphorbia helioscopia

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Iroquois.