Herb Library

Cinnamomum mollissimum

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

Prenanthes trifoliolata

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, dermatological aid, eye medicine, hunting medicine, love medicine, snake bite remedy. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Quercus gambelii

Native American medicinal plant used as reproductive aid, analgesic, cathartic, ceremonial medicine, emetic, gynecological aid. Documented among Isleta, Navajo, Ramah.

Garcinia hanburyi

Traditional medicinal plant used for cancer, emetic, poison, purgative, vermifuge.

Ganoderma lucidum + Coffea

Coffee blended with Reishi mushroom extract — combines caffeine with adaptogenic/immune benefits. Smoother energy without coffee jitters. Trending functional beverage.

Chamaemelum nobile

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(tooth), carminative, colic, debility, dyspepsia, emetic, hysteria, nervine, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Aquilegia sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as strengthener, veterinary aid. Documented among Thompson.

Gardenia ternifolia

West African savanna shrub used in Burkina Faso and Mali for malaria, abdominal pain, and wound healing. Root decoction for fever. Fruit paste applied to skin infections. Contains gardenoside iridoids.

Barbarea vulgaris

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, cough medicine. Documented among Cherokee, Mohegan, Shinnecock.

Allium sativum + raw honey (fermented)

Raw garlic cloves fermented in raw honey for 1+ month. Creates a probiotic, antimicrobial tonic. The garlic mellows and the honey thins. Traditional immune remedy.

Allium sativum (oil softgel)

Garlic oil in softgel — provides allicin compounds. Less studied than aged garlic extract but more affordable. 1500mg equivalent daily. Less effective than AGE for cholesterol.

Gastrodia elata

A TCM herb for calming liver wind — used for headaches, dizziness, tremors, and spasms. Studied for neuroprotective and cognitive effects.

Coptis spp

A medicinal plant (Coptis spp) from the Ranunculaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Geranium thunbergii

Traditional medicinal plant used for diarrhea, intestine.

Gentiana lutea

The most bitter herb known — a premier digestive bitter that stimulates appetite, stomach acid, bile, and enzymes. Foundation of aperitif liqueurs.

Pelargonium graveolens

A balancing essential oil used for hormonal support, skin care, and emotional wellness. Popular in women's aromatherapy blends.

Chamomilla recutita

Gentle anti-inflammatory, antiallergenic, and relaxant herb suitable for children. Valuable for digestive problems, colic, gas, and irritable bowel syndrome, and externally for eczema and sore skin.

Corymbia aparrerinja

Central Australian Aboriginal medicine tree used for colds, body aches, and wound healing. The white bark is soaked and the wash applied to sores.

Epipactis gigantea

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, other, pediatric aid. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Equisetum telmateia

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, blood medicine, urinary aid, diuretic. Documented among Kwakiutl, Saanich, Thompson.

Helianthus giganteus

Native American medicinal plant used as nose medicine. Documented among Cherokee.

Alocasia macrorrhizos

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, burn dressing, dietary aid, laxative, love medicine. Documented among Hawaiian.

Trillium chloropetalum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, burn dressing. Documented among Costanoan, Yurok.

Eriastrum densifolium

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

Penstemon ambiguus

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, dermatological aid, disinfectant, veterinary aid. Documented among Keres, Western, Navajo, Kayenta.

Zingiber officinale (compress)

Hot ginger compress applied topically — increases blood flow to the area. Traditional macrobiotic/Japanese remedy for joint pain, congestion, and menstrual cramps.

Ginger + SCOBY fermented tea

Kombucha secondary-fermented with fresh ginger — combines probiotic benefits with ginger's digestive power. The most popular kombucha flavor worldwide.

Zingiber officinale (root)

Fresh ginger root — the most versatile digestive and anti-nausea herb. Warming, circulatory stimulant, and anti-inflammatory. Safe in pregnancy for nausea.

Zingiber officinale (juice shot)

Concentrated ginger juice (1-2 oz) — the wellness café staple. Intense burning/warming. Often with lemon, cayenne, and turmeric. Powerful digestive and immune kick.

Ginkgo biloba

One of the oldest living tree species, widely used to support cognitive function, circulation, and memory.

Ginkgo biloba (120mg)

Standard ginkgo extract capsule — 120mg standardized extract. Take 120-240mg daily divided into 2-3 doses. Takes 4-6 weeks for cognitive effects.

Ginkgo biloba (EGb 761)

THE specific standardized extract used in 400+ clinical trials. 24% flavone glycosides, 6% terpene lactones, <5ppm ginkgolic acids. Gold standard for cognitive support.

Ginkgo biloba (standardized)

Standardized to 24% flavone glycosides and 6% terpene lactones. The most studied form for cognitive function, circulation, and tinnitus.

Ginkgo biloba (tea)

Dried ginkgo leaf tea — milder than extract. The traditional way to consume ginkgo before standardized extracts. 2-3 cups daily.

Ginkgo biloba (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted ginkgo leaf — faster absorption than capsules. 30-60 drops 2-3x daily. Same benefits and cautions as standardized extract.

Panax ginseng (steamed red)

Steam-processed ginseng — 6-year-old roots steamed and dried. Creates unique ginsenosides (Rg3, Rk1) not found in white ginseng. Warmer and more stimulating than white. For erectile dysfunction, cognitive decline, fatigue, and immune support. Premium Korean product.

Napaea dioica

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, gynecological aid, hemorrhoid remedy, hunting medicine. Documented among Meskwaki.

Potentilla glandulosa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, stimulant, tonic. Documented among Gosiute, Okanagon, Thompson.

Betula pumila

Native American medicinal plant used as gynecological aid, respiratory aid. Documented among Ojibwa.

Glinus oppositifolius

West African and South Asian herb used in Sahelian traditional medicine for malaria, abdominal pain, and intestinal worms. Contains saponins and flavonoids. Used in Burkinabe and Malian folk medicine. Also consumed as famine food after boiling to remove bitterness.

Cynara cardunculus

Mediterranean plant used as a liver-protective remedy that stimulates bile flow and helps reduce blood cholesterol levels. Clinical trials support use for dyspepsia and mild hyperlipidemia.

Sphaeralcea sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, gastrointestinal aid, orthopedic aid, pediatric aid, emetic. Documented among Hopi, Luiseno.

Globularia alypum

North African and Mediterranean shrub used in Moroccan, Tunisian, and Algerian traditional medicine as laxative, for diabetes, and liver conditions. Contains globularin (aucubin derivative) and flavonoids. Widely sold in Maghreb herbalist shops.

Gloriosa superba

Traditional medicinal plant used for abortifacient, alterative, anodyne, bactericide, bile, bite(snake), cancer, canicide, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Amorphophallus konjac

A water-soluble fiber from konjac root — absorbs 50x its weight in water. Used for appetite control, cholesterol, blood sugar, and constipation. Take with lots of water.

Satureja thymbra

Traditional medicinal plant used for tumor.

Galega officinalis

Historical source of metformin — guanidine compounds in this plant inspired the worlds most prescribed diabetes drug. Also used as galactagogue (increases breast milk). Toxic to livestock in large amounts.

Lycium barbarum

A nutrient-dense berry used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for eye health, liver support, and as a longevity tonic.