Herb Library

Sporobolus heterolepis

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, emetic, liver aid. Documented among Ojibwa, South.

Linum lewisii

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, eye medicine, analgesic, disinfectant, gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Gosiute, Great Basin Indian, Navajo, Kayenta.

Erigeron strigosus

Native American medicinal plant used as heart medicine, analgesic. Documented among Catawba, Ojibwa.

Koeleria macrantha

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, stimulant. Documented among Cheyenne.

Astragalus laxmannii

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

Matelea cynanchoides

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, misc. disease remedy, orthopedic aid. Documented among Comanche.

Rosa arkansana

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, hemostat, stimulant, tonic, eye medicine. Documented among Chippewa, Omaha.

Geum triflorum

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, dermatological aid, eye medicine, oral aid, respiratory aid, throat aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Okanagan-Colville, Thompson.

Tradescantia occidentalis

Native American medicinal plant used as diuretic, psychological aid, love medicine, disinfectant, internal medicine, veterinary aid. Documented among Meskwaki, Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Helianthus petiolaris

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, other, hunting medicine, panacea. Documented among Hopi, Navajo, Ramah, Thompson.

Thermopsis rhombifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, cold remedy. Documented among Cheyenne.

Salix humilis

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, dermatological aid, febrifuge, respiratory aid, throat aid, tonic. Documented among Cherokee, Delaware, Delaware, Oklahoma.

Premna serratifolia

Pan-tropical tree used in Ayurveda as part of Dashamoola formula. For headache, fever, rheumatism, and digestive disorders. Leaves have strong odor and are used as vegetable in parts of Southeast Asia. Contains iridoid glycosides.

Premna serratifolia (Samoa)

Samoan traditional medicine preparation of Premna for skin infections, boils, and postpartum care. Used in traditional Samoan fofo (massage/medicine). Distinct preparation methods from mainland Asian uses. Leaf poultice for wounds and inflammation.

Zanthoxylum americanum

Circulatory stimulant and toothache remedy — chewing bark numbs mouth pain (contains xanthoxylum). For poor circulation, cold hands/feet, arthritis, and digestive weakness. Sichuan pepper (Z. bungeanum) is the culinary cousin.

Ribes lacustre

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, laxative, analgesic, antidiarrheal, cold remedy, poison. Documented among Bella Coola, Lummi, Okanagan-Colville.

Thymophylla acerosa

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

Lactuca scariola

Traditional medicinal plant used for antiphlogistic, chafe, diuretic, emollient, lactogogue, medicine, nervine, poison, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Opuntia humifusa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, snake bite remedy. Documented among Dakota, Lakota, Nanticoke.

Opuntia sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, disinfectant, eye medicine, antidiarrheal, burn dressing, laxative. Documented among Apache, Mescalero, Apache, Western, Costanoan.

Argemone mexicana

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(head), ache(tooth), anodyne, antidote(scorpion), antifertility, aperient, bladder, cancer, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Rosa acicularis

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, eye medicine, gynecological aid, witchcraft medicine, ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Cree, Woodlands, Iroquois, Okanagan-Colville.

Salsola tragus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, misc. disease remedy. Documented among Navajo, Navajo, Ramah.

Arenaria aculeata

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

Pseudostellaria heterophylla

A gentle TCM Qi tonic suitable for children and the elderly — milder than Ginseng or Astragalus. Used for fatigue, poor appetite, and dry cough.

Callicarpa macrophylla

Ayurvedic herb used for skin disorders, burning sensation, fever, and as a wound healer. The flowers and fruits are considered cooling and blood-purifying.

Multi-strain probiotic + FOS/Inulin

Probiotic bacteria combined with prebiotic fiber (FOS/inulin) that FEEDS the probiotics. The synbiotic approach — more effective than probiotics alone for gut health.

Lactobacillus/Bifidobacterium species

Live beneficial bacteria for gut health. Not herbs but essential in herbal protocols. Different strains have different effects. 10-50 billion CFU typical dose.

Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 + L. reuteri RC-14

Specific probiotic strains for vaginal and urinary health — GR-1 and RC-14. The most studied strains for BV and yeast prevention. 2 billion CFU daily.

Brickellia cavanillesii

Used to stimulate pancreas and liver secretions, increase bile synthesis and evacuation, treat diarrhea, stomach pain, gallbladder disease, and control blood-sugar levels in diabetes. Also has antianxiety properties and induces a vivid dream state.

Apis mellifera (product)

A resinous substance made by bees from tree sap. Used for immune support, wound healing, oral health, and as a natural antimicrobial. Not technically an herb.

Apis mellifera propolis (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted propolis — used as a throat spray for sore throat and oral health. Direct antimicrobial action. Also used for cold sores and wound healing.

Prosopis cineraria

Arabian and Indian desert tree sacred in Hindu tradition. Bark decoction for asthma, cough, and skin diseases in Rajasthani folk medicine. Flowers for diabetes. Pods are edible (sangri). Important in desert agroforestry and Emirati cultural heritage.

Saw Palmetto + Nettle Root + Pygeum + Pumpkin Seed

The most comprehensive prostate formula — four evidence-based herbs. Addresses DHT conversion, inflammation, smooth muscle tone, and zinc delivery.

Polygonum aviculare

Traditional medicinal plant used for anodyne, antiseptic, anus, asthma, astringent, bactericide, bronchitis, cancer, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Prunus africana

African highland tree whose bark extract is widely exported for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Traditional uses include treating malaria, stomachache, and fever. Listed under CITES due to over-exploitation.

Pseuderanthemum palatiferum

Vietnamese traditional medicine plant for hypertension, diabetes, and liver protection. Widely cultivated in Vietnamese home gardens. Called 'miraculous leaf' in Vietnamese folk medicine. Contains kaempferol, beta-sitosterol, and stigmasterol. Growing research interest.

Psidium guineense

South American wild guava used in Brazilian folk medicine for diarrhea, dysentery, and oral infections. Leaf tea astringent and antimicrobial. Higher tannin content than common guava. Used in cerrado and Atlantic Forest traditional medicine.

Psorospermum febrifugum

West African tree used in Malian and Burkinabe traditional medicine for malaria, skin diseases, and leprosy. Contains psorospermone xanthone with documented antitumor activity against leukemia cells. Name references fever-treating properties.

Plantago ovata

A bulk-forming fiber supplement used for digestive regularity, cholesterol support, and blood sugar management.

Plantago ovata (capsule)

Psyllium husk in capsule format — for those who dislike the powder texture. Take with a FULL glass of water. 2-6 capsules before meals for cholesterol and blood sugar.

Plantago ovata (husk powder)

Ground psyllium husk — the #1 fiber supplement worldwide. FDA-approved for cholesterol reduction. 5-10g daily with 8+ oz water. Effective for IBS both directions.

Pterocarpus erinaceus

West African rosewood tree used in traditional medicine across Guinea, Mali, and Senegal for dysentery, fever, wounds, and anemia. Bark decoction is blood-red and prescribed for blood-building. Now endangered due to Chinese rosewood timber demand.

Rhus trilobata

Native American medicinal plant used as eye medicine, pediatric aid. Documented among Diegueno.

Pueraria lobata

TCM herb for releasing the exterior — Ge Gen releases tight neck/upper back muscles during colds. Also studied for alcohol craving reduction. Contains puerarin and daidzein (isoflavones). The invasive vine that ate the American South.

Camellia sinensis (post-fermented)

Post-fermented and aged Chinese tea — contains unique statins, lovastatin, and beneficial microorganisms. Studied for cholesterol, weight, and gut health. Earthy flavor.

Bovista plumbea

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Haisla and Hanaksiala.

Styphelia tameiameiae

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