Herb Library

Plantago lanceolata

Common European weed used as a relaxing expectorant for catarrhal conditions, a first-aid wound herb for insect bites and cuts, and a soothing remedy for cystitis, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Tetrapanax papyrifera

Traditional medicinal plant used for cystitis, diuretic, dysuria, fever, lactogogue.

Heuchera richardsonii

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, eye medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Cree, Woodlands, Lakota.

Geranium richardsonii

Native American medicinal plant used as hemostat, nose medicine, panacea. Documented among Cheyenne, Navajo, Ramah.

Ricinus communis (leaf)

Pan-tropical castor plant LEAF use (distinct from toxic seed/oil) in Ayurvedic and African medicine as poultice for joint pain, breast engorgement, and boils. Leaf is heated and applied topically. Contains ricinine but NOT ricin (seed only). External use relatively safe.

Mimulus ringens

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, antidote. Documented among Iroquois.

Senna alata

A medicinal plant (Senna alata) from the Fabaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Betula nigra

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, cold remedy, gastrointestinal aid, urinary aid, analgesic. Documented among Cherokee, Chippewa.

Crataegus rivularis

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Mendocino Indian.

Eucalyptus camaldulensis

Aboriginal medicine tree with kino (gum) used for diarrhea and sore throat, bark wash for skin sores, and leaf steam inhalation for respiratory congestion.

Dalibarda repens

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, venereal aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Erigeron pulchellus

Native American medicinal plant used as abortifacient, analgesic, anticonvulsive, antihemorrhagic, cold remedy, cough medicine. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Eriogonum sphaerocephalum

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, cold remedy. Documented among Paiute, Shoshoni.

Clematis columbiana

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid. Documented among Okanagan-Colville, Thompson.

Iberis amara

Traditional medicinal plant used for antirheumatic, antiscorbutic, asthma, bronchitis, cardiotonic, expectorant, gout, homeopathy, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Corydalis sempervirens

Native American medicinal plant used as hemorrhoid remedy. Documented among Iroquois.

Eriogonum androsaceum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), dermatological aid, gastrointestinal aid, herbal steam, orthopedic aid. Documented among Thompson.

Polypodium virginianum

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, heart medicine, analgesic, throat aid, dermatological aid, cold remedy. Documented among Abnaki, Algonquin, Quebec, Bella Coola.

Holodiscus dumosus

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, cold remedy, gastrointestinal aid, disinfectant, emetic, venereal aid. Documented among Paiute, Shoshoni.

Cleome serrulata

Native American medicinal plant used as eye medicine, blood medicine, ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, throat aid, febrifuge. Documented among Gosiute, Navajo, Ramah, Oregon Indian.

Pseudotsuga menziesii

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, dermatological aid, emetic, febrifuge. Documented among Okanagan-Colville.

Conioselinum scopulorum

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine, gynecological aid, respiratory aid, snake bite remedy. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta.

Iris missouriensis

Native American medicinal plant used as toothache remedy, emetic, ceremonial medicine, kidney aid, urinary aid, analgesic. Documented among Great Basin Indian, Klamath, Montana Indian.

Juniperus scopulorum

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic, antirheumatic (external), ceremonial medicine, cold remedy, cough medicine, febrifuge. Documented among Blackfoot, Cheyenne, Crow.

Acer glabrum

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, panacea, hunting medicine, antiemetic, gynecological aid, snake bite remedy. Documented among Blackfoot, Navajo, Ramah, Okanagan-Colville.

Parnassia fimbriata

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, stimulant, venereal aid. Documented among Cheyenne, Gosiute.

Nuphar lutea

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (internal), blood medicine, heart medicine, tuberculosis remedy, venereal aid. Documented among Bella Coola, Gitksan, Haisla and Hanaksiala.

Petrophyton caespitosum

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, gastrointestinal aid, ceremonial medicine, narcotic. Documented among Gosiute, Navajo, Kayenta.

Euphorbia brachycera

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, dermatological aid, gynecological aid, analgesic, witchcraft medicine. Documented among Navajo, Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Zinnia grandiflora

Native American medicinal plant used as kidney aid, other, nose medicine, throat aid, analgesic, cathartic. Documented among Keres, Western, Navajo, Navajo, Ramah.

Stephanomeria virgata

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

Prunus amygdalus

Unani medicine oil used for brain health, skin nourishment, and constipation. Sweet almond oil is a major carrier oil in Central Asian and Unani massage preparations.

Olea europaea

Unani prophetic medicine oil for constipation, gallstones, skin conditions, and cardiovascular health; also used as a vehicle for other remedies.

Aspalathus linearis

A caffeine-free South African herbal tea rich in antioxidants, enjoyed for its pleasant taste and general wellness support.

Aspalathus linearis (tea)

South Africa's gift to the world — naturally caffeine-free, rich in aspalathin and SOD-like antioxidants. Safe for all ages including babies. Pleasant vanilla-like taste.

Woodwardia radicans

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

Rosa canina

Rosehips — one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C. Used for immune support, joint comfort, and skin health. A pleasant fruity tea.

Rosa rubiginosa

A medicinal plant (Rosa rubiginosa) from the Rosaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Eriogonum gracillimum

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

Chamaenerion angustifolium

Russian and Scandinavian folk tea (Ivan Chai) for prostate health, digestive complaints, and as a calming nervine.

Chaetopappa ericoides

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid, pediatric aid, nose medicine, panacea, reproductive aid, sedative. Documented among Havasupai, Hopi, Keres, Western.

Rosa canina

Nature vitamin C bomb — 20x more vitamin C than oranges (per weight). For colds, joint health, and skin aging. Contains galactolipid GOPO (anti-inflammatory for osteoarthritis). Nordic staple for winter health. Rich in lycopene.

Rosa canina (extract)

Standardized rosehip extract — studied for joint comfort (osteoarthritis) and skin health. Contains GOPO (galactolipid) as the active compound.

Rosa spp

A medicinal plant (Rosa spp) from the Rosaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Rosa canina (tea)

Pleasant fruity tea — one of the richest natural vitamin C sources. Popular in Scandinavian and German traditions. Great hot or iced. Blends well with hibiscus.

Rosmarinus officinalis

A culinary herb with cognitive-supporting properties, used for memory, concentration, and circulatory health.

Rosmarinus officinalis (essential oil)

Steam-distilled rosemary oil — studied for hair growth (comparable to minoxidil in one study), memory enhancement (inhalation), and muscle pain relief topically.

Rosmarinus officinalis (extract)

Standardized extract rich in rosmarinic acid and carnosic acid — studied for cognitive support, antioxidant protection, and anti-inflammatory activity.