Herb Library

Trichilia emetica

Southern African tree used in Zulu and Shangaan medicine for stomach complaints, kidney problems, and as an emetic. Seed oil (mafura butter) used topically for skin conditions and rheumatism.

Zingiber officinale + Piper nigrum + Piper longum

Ayurvedic formula of Ginger, Black Pepper, and Long Pepper. A powerful digestive fire (Agni) stimulant and bioenhancer that increases absorption of other herbs.

Trillium sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), blood medicine, cold remedy, dermatological aid, gynecological aid. Documented among Iroquois, Pomo, Kashaya.

Emblica officinalis, Terminalia bellirica, Terminalia chebula

A cornerstone Ayurvedic formula combining three fruits (Amalaki, Bibhitaki, Haritaki), used as a gentle daily digestive and detoxification support.

Triphala + Trikatu + Guggul

Comprehensive Ayurvedic digestive formula — Triphala for gentle cleansing, Trikatu for digestive fire, Guggul for metabolic support. Traditional Ayurvedic combination.

Amla + Haritaki + Bibhitaki (tea)

Traditional Triphala preparation — steep in warm water overnight or simmer briefly. The Ayurvedic daily digestive and gentle cleansing tonic. Bitter but effective.

Eupatorium triplinerve

Traditional medicinal plant used for bronchosis, cardiotonic, chest-cold, constipation, diaphoretic, diarrhea, emetic, fever, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Hydnocarpus kurzii

Traditional medicinal plant used for bactericide, bruise, fever, leprosy, lupus, ophthalmia, parasiticide, piscicide, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Cercocarpus montanus

Native American medicinal plant used as strengthener, gastrointestinal aid, gynecological aid, hunting medicine, panacea, laxative. Documented among Keres, Western, Navajo, Navajo, Ramah.

Cecropia peltata

Caribbean and Central American hypotensive and antidiabetic; leaves used for hypertension, asthma, and diabetes.

Carmona retusa

Philippine DOH-approved mouthwash and antidiarrheal; leaf decoction for stomach pain, diarrhea, and oral hygiene.

Polianthes tuberosa

Traditional medicinal plant used for alterative, astringent, cosmetic, detergent, diarrhea, diuretic, emetic, fever, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Pseudostellaria jamesiana

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

Cupaniopsis anacardioides

Aboriginal plant used for fish poisoning treatment and skin infections. The bark decoction is used as a wash for sores and the tree provides shade medicine camps.

Oenothera caespitosa

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, ceremonial medicine, gynecological aid. Documented among Blackfoot, Isleta, Navajo, Kayenta.

Erigeron caespitosus

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, eye medicine. Documented among Paiute.

Lysimachia thyrsiflora

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

Phlox caespitosa

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, cathartic, ceremonial medicine, diuretic, gynecological aid, toothache remedy. Documented among Navajo.

Angelica laxiflora

A medicinal plant (Angelica laxiflora) from the Apiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Lallemantia royleana

Unani cooling mucilaginous seed for fever, cough, and urinary burning; soaked seeds form a gel used as a refreshing drink.

Papaver somniferum

Unani sedative used for insomnia, pain, cough, and diarrhea. Seeds contain trace opiates and are used in low-dose traditional preparations for calming.

Tulipa gesneriana

Traditional medicinal plant used for poison.

Liriodendron tulipifera

A North American tree bark used in Appalachian folk medicine for fever, rheumatism, and as a digestive bitter. Contains alkaloids including liriodenine.

Opuntia phaeacantha

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

Ocimum tenuiflorum

The "Queen of Herbs" in Ayurveda — sacred to Vishnu, grown in every Hindu household. Adaptogen for stress, blood sugar, and respiratory health. Three types: Rama (green), Krishna (purple), Vana (wild). Daily tulsi tea is a health practice in India.

Ocimum tenuiflorum + spices + tea

Tulsi combined with traditional chai spices (ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper) in black tea. India's most popular herbal chai. Adaptogenic and warming.

Aleurites fordii

Traditional medicinal plant used for burn, edema, ejaculation, emetic, hemostat, masturbation, poison, scabies, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Alhagi pseudalhagi

Central Asian sweet manna exudate from camel thorn used as a gentle laxative, fever reducer, and demulcent in Unani medicine. Dissolves in water for a sweet drink.

Operculina turpethum

Strong Unani purgative herb used for constipation, edema, and joint disorders. The white-stemmed variety is preferred medicinally over the black-stemmed form.

Trametes versicolor

A medicinal mushroom with extensive research for immune system modulation, particularly PSK and PSP polysaccharides.

Trametes versicolor (capsule)

Standard capsule form of Turkey Tail — the most clinically studied medicinal mushroom globally. PSK form used in Japanese oncology for 30+ years.

Trametes versicolor (extract)

Hot water extract standardized for PSK/PSP polysaccharides. The most clinically studied medicinal mushroom — used in Japanese oncology for decades.

Trametes versicolor (powder)

Ground Turkey Tail fruiting body — add to smoothies, coffee, or broth. 1-3g daily. The most affordable way to get the world's most clinically studied medicinal mushroom.

Trametes versicolor (tea)

Turkey Tail simmered 1-2 hours as tea. The traditional preparation extracts water-soluble PSK/PSP polysaccharides for immune modulation.

Phyla nodiflora

Native American medicinal plant used as orthopedic aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Houma.

Calamintha nepeta subsp. glandulosa

A medicinal plant (Calamintha nepeta) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Chorizanthe staticoides

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

Satureja cilicica

A medicinal plant (Satureja cilicica) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Curcuma longa

One of the most extensively researched herbs, containing curcumin which supports healthy inflammatory response and joint comfort.

Curcumin + Boswellic Acids

The two strongest evidence-based anti-inflammatory herbs combined. Curcumin (COX-2) + Boswellia (5-LOX) = dual pathway inflammation support. The joint health standard.

Curcuma longa (500mg capsule)

Standard whole turmeric root capsule — 500mg per capsule. The basic form. Look for products with added BioPerine/piperine for absorption. 1-3g daily typical.

Curcuma longa (500mg + BioPerine)

The most popular turmeric supplement format — 500mg turmeric/curcumin extract with 5mg BioPerine (piperine) for 2000% better absorption. 1-2 caps twice daily.

Curcuma longa (BCM-95)

BCM-95 patented extract — combines curcumin with essential oils from turmeric for 7-8x better absorption than standard curcumin without needing piperine.

Curcuma longa + Zingiber officinale

Turmeric and ginger combined — synergistic anti-inflammatory duo. Both inhibit COX-2 through different pathways. The most popular natural inflammation combination.

Curcuma longa + fat + pepper

Homemade paste combining turmeric powder + coconut oil + black pepper — the traditional bioavailability-enhanced format. Popular in the "Doug English" protocol.

Curcuma longa (gummy)

Turmeric/curcumin in gummy format — the tastiest way to take turmeric daily. Check actual curcuminoid content (many gummies are underdosed). Should contain piperine.

Curcuma longa + Raw Honey

Turmeric mixed into raw honey — creates a golden paste that's both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. Traditional Ayurvedic cold/flu remedy. ½ tsp 3x daily when sick.

Curcuma longa (leaves)

While turmeric root gets the attention, the leaves are also used in South/Southeast Asian cooking and traditional medicine for digestive and anti-inflammatory support.