Herb Library

Cinnamomum sieboldii

Traditional medicinal plant used for balsamic, diaphoretic, febrifuge, stomachic.

Cephalotaxus harringtonii

A medicinal plant (Cephalotaxus harringtonii) from the Cephalotaxaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Skimmia japonica

Traditional medicinal plant used for atrophy, cachexia, palsy, poison, restorative, tonic.

Jasminum officinale

Jasmine flowers used in aromatherapy for mood elevation, relaxation, and as an aphrodisiac. The tea is antioxidant-rich and mildly sedating.

Nardostachys jatamansi

Ayurvedic brain calmative — Biblical spikenard (Mary Magdalene anointed Jesus feet). For insomnia, anxiety, and epilepsy. Contains jatamansone (sedative). Endangered — use cultivated sources. Related to Valerian.

Cinnamomum burmannii

Traditional medicinal plant used for antiseptic, astringent, carminative, cordial, spice, stimulant, stomachic.

Curcuma xanthorrhiza

Traditional medicinal plant used for amenorrhea, choleretic, constipation, dyspepsia, emmenagogue, gallstones, hepatosis, parturition, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Syzygium cumini

An Indian fruit whose seeds are one of Ayurveda's top blood sugar support herbs. Contains jamboline. The fruit is also nutritious.

Chenopodium botrys

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, anthelmintic, cold remedy, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Cherokee.

Datura stramonium

Toxic herb used in TCM as spasmolytic, analgesic, antiasthmatic, and antirheumatic agent. Historically used as general anesthetic for operations.

Datura sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, ceremonial medicine, eye medicine, febrifuge, toothache remedy, veterinary aid. Documented among Navajo.

Polygonum virginianum

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

Phoradendron juniperinum

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, witchcraft medicine, antidiarrheal, antirheumatic (external), pediatric aid, dermatological aid. Documented among Hopi, Keres, Western, Navajo.

Mimosa hostilis

A medicinal plant (Mimosa hostilis) from the Fabaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Kaempferia galanga

Southeast Asian rhizomatous herb commercially cultivated in Indonesia and Vietnam. Used in traditional medicine as an expectorant, carminative, and for digestive disorders, rheumatism, and topically for swellings and skin diseases.

Terminalia ferdinandiana

An Australian Aboriginal superfood with the highest recorded vitamin C content of any fruit (100x more than oranges). Used for immune and skin support.

Cenchrus calyculatus

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

Aconitum maximum

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Aleut.

Hoslundia opposita

Traditional medicinal plant used for abdomen, anodyne, bite(snake), blennorrhea, chest, cholagogue, cold, conjunctivitis, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Perideridia kelloggii

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic. Documented among Pomo, Pomo, Kashaya.

Heteranthera reniformis

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

Brassica rapa (fermented)

Korean fermented cabbage — rich in Lactobacillus kimchii and other probiotics. Used for gut health, immune support, and metabolic health. A functional food staple.

Thalictrum pubescens

Native American medicinal plant used as hemostat, liver aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Polygonatum biflorum

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, breast treatment, dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, pulmonary aid. Documented among Cherokee, Chippewa, Menominee.

Pleurotus eryngii

A culinary mushroom studied for cholesterol support, antioxidant activity, and immune modulation. Contains ergothioneine — a unique antioxidant.

Knema globularia

Thai and Malay Peninsula tree in the nutmeg family used in traditional Thai medicine for wound healing, skin infections, and diarrhea. Red sap from bark applied to cuts. Contains lignans and neolignans distinct from true nutmeg.

Garcinia indica

Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, demulcent, fissure, vermifuge.

Strophanthus kombe

Traditional medicinal plant used for cardiotonic, diuretic, heart, poison, poison(arrow), stimulant.

SCOBY fermented tea

Fermented sweet tea containing probiotics, organic acids, and B vitamins. Used for gut health, immune support, and energy. Not technically an herb.

Symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast

The living SCOBY culture for making kombucha at home. A symbiotic colony of Acetobacter, Gluconobacter, and yeasts. Home brewing requires careful hygiene.

SCOBY fermented tea (commercial)

Commercially brewed kombucha — safer than home-brew due to quality control. Contains probiotics, organic acids, B vitamins, and trace alcohol (<0.5% typically).

Veronica salicifolia

Key Maori rongoā plant for diarrhea, dysentery, and ulcers. Captain Cook noted its use by Maori for scurvy. Leaf tea for kidney and bladder complaints. One of the most frequently cited plants in Maori traditional medicine literature.

Mitragyna speciosa

A Southeast Asian tree with dose-dependent stimulant/sedative effects. HIGHLY CONTROVERSIAL — regulatory status varies. Significant safety concerns.

Mitragyna speciosa

Traditional medicinal plant used for delirium, fever, fumitory, masticatory, narcotic, sedative, splenomegaly, vermifuge, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Aloe barbadensis

Ayurvedic cooling herb used for skin burns, constipation (latex), liver support, and menstrual regulation. Gel and latex have very different therapeutic profiles.

Thelypteris kunthii

Native American medicinal plant used as orthopedic aid, psychological aid. Documented among Seminole.

Benincasa hispida

Ayurvedic cooling herb used for epilepsy, mental disorders, peptic ulcer, and urinary conditions. The juice is considered a brain tonic and anti-hemorrhagic.

Alchemilla vulgaris

A European women's herb used for menstrual regulation, heavy bleeding, and menopausal support. The dew collected from its leaves was prized by alchemists.

Oxytropis lambertii

Native American medicinal plant used as poison, laxative. Documented among Hopi, Lakota, Navajo, Kayenta.

Chenopodium album

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, dietary aid, antirheumatic (external), antirheumatic (internal), carminative, antidiarrheal. Documented among Carrier, Cherokee, Cree, Woodlands.

Lannea microcarpa

West African savanna tree used in Burkina Faso and Malian traditional medicine for wound healing, diarrhea, and hypertension. Bark rich in tannins and flavonoids. Fruit eaten fresh. Important shade tree in Sahelian agroforestry.

Collomia grandiflora

Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge, laxative. Documented among Okanagan-Colville.

Aconitum delphiniifolium

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

Lavandula + Citrus limon + honey

Lavender-infused lemonade — a calming summer beverage. Combines lavender's anxiolytic properties with vitamin C. Beautiful purple-pink color. Café trending drink.

Rosmarinus x lavandulaceus

A medicinal plant (Rosmarinus x lavandulaceus) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lawsonia inermis (root)

Middle Eastern and Indian henna plant ROOT (distinct from leaf dye) used in Unani medicine for liver conditions, jaundice, and as astringent. Root contains gallic acid and coumarins. Traditional Unani liver remedy. Different therapeutic profile from henna leaves.

Citrus limon

Important preventative medicine with high vitamin C. Antiseptic, antibacterial, and antirheumatic. Strengthens blood vessel walls and is useful for colds, flu, and circulatory problems.

Acronychia acidula

Aboriginal Australian fruit used for digestive complaints and as a sour flavoring. Contains citric acid and has demonstrated antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.