Herb Library

Nigella sativa + Raw Honey

Traditional Middle Eastern remedy — black seed mixed into raw honey. Combines the immune benefits of both. Popular in Islamic and Ayurvedic medicine.

Nigella sativa (cold-pressed oil)

Cold-pressed Nigella sativa seed oil — the premium form delivering thymoquinone, thymohydroquinone, and thymol. 1-3 tsp daily. For inflammation, blood sugar, cholesterol, and immune support. Peppery/bitter taste. "The remedy for everything except death."

Plantago rugelii

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, dermatological aid. Documented among Menominee.

Sesamum indicum

Black sesame seeds are used in TCM and Ayurveda for hair health, bone strength, kidney/liver yin nourishment, and constipation.

Picea mariana

Traditional medicinal plant used for dyspepsia, intoxicant, kidney, rheumatism, stone, wound.

Camellia sinensis (fully oxidized)

Fully oxidized tea — highest caffeine of true teas. Contains theaflavins (unique to black tea). Studied for cardiovascular, gut, and cognitive health.

Juglans nigra

The hulls of black walnut are traditionally used in folk medicine for intestinal health and as an astringent.

Juglans nigra

Antifungal and antiparasitic — green hull tincture is the traditional worm remedy. Contains juglone with antifungal properties. Used for ringworm, athletes foot, and intestinal parasites.

Juglans nigra (hull tincture)

Tincture from green (unripe) black walnut hulls — used in parasite cleanse protocols (with wormwood and cloves). Contains juglone antimicrobial. Short-term use only.

Salix nigra

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

Acacia melanoxylon

A medicinal plant (Acacia melanoxylon) from the Fabaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Silene latifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic. Documented among Ojibwa.

Physalis alkekingi

A medicinal plant (Physalis alkekingi) from the Solanaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Halosaccion glandiforme

Native American medicinal plant used as reproductive aid. Documented among Nitinaht.

Fucus vesiculosus

A brown seaweed rich in iodine and fucoidan, traditionally used for thyroid support and metabolic health.

Fucus gardneri

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, antirheumatic (external), strengthener, venereal aid. Documented among Kwakiutl, Southern.

Cnicus benedictus

A bitter herb traditionally used for digestive stimulation, lactation support, and as a general tonic. Different from Milk Thistle.

Ranunculus sceleratus

Native American medicinal plant used as poison. Documented among Keres, Western.

Ranunculus recurvatus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, oral aid, sedative, throat aid, laxative, toothache remedy. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Chenopodium capitatum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, eye medicine, pulmonary aid. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta, Potawatomi.

Citrus sinensis (blood variety)

Blood orange extract — rich in anthocyanins (unusual for citrus). Studied for metabolic health, cardiovascular support, and antioxidant protection.

Sanguinaria canadensis

A potent Native American herb used traditionally in very small doses. Contains sanguinarine — TOXIC in improper doses. Professional use only.

Adenophora tetraphylla

Hemolyzes blood cells and stimulates myocardial contraction. Used as an antibacterial and demulcent in TCM.

Campanula rotundifolia

Native American medicinal plant used as ear medicine, heart medicine, analgesic, ceremonial medicine, disinfectant, eye medicine. Documented among Chippewa, Cree, Woodlands, Navajo, Ramah.

Vaccinium sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as panacea, antidiarrheal, dermatological aid, other, kidney aid. Documented among Alabama, Eskimo, Western, Iroquois.

Vaccinium corymbosum

Blueberry leaves (not fruit) — used in European folk medicine for blood sugar support and urinary health. Contains chlorogenic acid and flavonoids.

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus

Native American medicinal plant used as pediatric aid. Documented among Poliklah.

Gilia rigidula

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external). Documented among Keres, Western.

Pseudoroegneria spicata

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (external). Documented among Okanagan-Colville.

Clitoria ternatea

A stunning blue flower tea that changes color with pH (add lemon = purple). Used for cognitive support, eye health, hair care, and as a natural food colorant.

Caulophyllum thalictroides

A traditional Native American herb historically used by midwives. Considered potentially toxic and not recommended for general use.

Trichostemma dichotomum

A medicinal plant (Trichostemma dichotomum) from the family used in traditional medicine.

Iris versicolor

A North American alterative used by Eclectic physicians for lymphatic congestion, skin conditions, and liver/thyroid support. LOW DOSE ONLY.

Gilia sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, pediatric aid, analgesic, diuretic, emetic, febrifuge. Documented among Gosiute, Shoshoni, Zuni.

Bouteloua gracilis

Native American medicinal plant used as antidote, dermatological aid, gynecological aid, panacea, veterinary aid. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Vaccinium membranaceum

Native American medicinal plant used as antirheumatic (internal), heart medicine. Documented among Flathead.

Lactuca tatarica

Native American medicinal plant used as hemorrhoid remedy, antidiarrheal, pediatric aid. Documented among Iroquois, Okanagan-Colville.

Nymphaea caerulea

An ancient Egyptian sacred flower used for relaxation, lucid dreaming, and as a mild euphoric. Contains nuciferine and aporphine alkaloids.

Quercus douglasii

Native American medicinal plant used as burn dressing, dermatological aid, eye medicine, throat aid. Documented among Kawaiisu, Midoo.

Arthrospira platensis (phycocyanin)

Isolated phycocyanin pigment from spirulina — the brilliant blue color with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. No fishy taste unlike whole spirulina.

Verbena hastata

A traditional nervine and bitter tonic used for nervous tension, digestive support, and as a gentle relaxant.

Verbena hastata (tea)

Blue vervain as a calming nervine tea — for tension, stress, and as a bitter digestive. The classic American herbalist's nervine. Quite bitter.

Viola sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, eye medicine, panacea, pediatric aid, veterinary aid. Documented among Costanoan, Iroquois, Thompson.

Bacopa caroliniana

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, other, respiratory aid, sedative. Documented among Seminole.

Baptisia australis

Native American medicinal plant used as antiemetic, cathartic, emetic, gynecological aid, toothache remedy. Documented among Cherokee.

Elymus glaucus

Native American medicinal plant used as other. Documented among Karok.

Hydrophyllum canadense

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

Adansonia gregorii

Aboriginal medicine tree of the Kimberley region. Bark used for fever, fruit pulp eaten as food rich in vitamin C, and leaves applied as poultice for sores.