Herb Library

Carya illinoinensis

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

Myrcia sphaerocarpa

Brazilian traditional diabetes remedy whose leaves contain myrciaphenone compounds that inhibit alpha-glucosidase. Used in Amazonian folk medicine for blood sugar control. Name means 'alum stone tea' referring to the astringent taste.

Hydrangea paniculata

Traditional medicinal plant used for cough, diuretic, malaria.

Hypericum fasciculatum

Native American medicinal plant used as cathartic, urinary aid. Documented among Seminole.

Ficus religiosa

Siddha astringent bark for diarrhea, diabetes, and skin diseases; sacred tree in multiple traditions; bark gargle for tooth pain.

Pelargonium sidoides

A South African root with strong clinical evidence for acute bronchitis and upper respiratory infections. One of the most evidence-based immune herbs.

Pelargonium sidoides (standardized)

German standardized extract of South African geranium root — the most clinically proven herbal cold/bronchitis remedy in Europe. Multiple randomized controlled trials show 1-2 day reduction in bronchitis symptoms. Child-safe. Brand names: Umcka, Kaloba.

Pelargonium sidoides (root tincture)

Traditional Zulu root preparation — the original form used by Zulu healers for respiratory infections. Root is harvested, dried, and extracted in alcohol. Dark reddish-brown tincture. For acute bronchitis, sinusitis, and sore throat. Different preparations than standardized capsules.

Parietaria officinalis

Mediterranean and European diuretic and demulcent for kidney stones, cystitis, and chronic cough.

Abutilon incanum

Native American medicinal plant used as gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Hawaiian.

Ranunculus pensylvanicus

Native American medicinal plant used as hunting medicine, dermatological aid. Documented among Ojibwa, Potawatomi.

Potentilla pensylvanica

Native American medicinal plant used as panacea. Documented among Navajo, Ramah.

Polygonum pensylvanicum

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, veterinary aid, antihemorrhagic, gynecological aid, antidiarrheal, hemorrhoid remedy. Documented among Chippewa, Iroquois, Menominee.

Mentha pulegium

CAUTION: A traditional herb that is TOXIC in all but the smallest doses. The essential oil is DEADLY. Included for educational awareness only.

Hydrocotyle vulgaris

British and Celtic folk remedy for skin wounds and liver complaints; distinct from Centella asiatica despite similar common name.

Penstemon sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as tuberculosis remedy, cold remedy, cough medicine, pulmonary aid, snake bite remedy, toothache remedy. Documented among Creek, Natchez, Navajo.

Pentaclethra macrophylla

West African tree whose fermented seeds (ugba) are an Igbo delicacy. Bark decoction for wound healing, gonorrhea, and convulsions. Seed oil for skin conditions. Contains paucine and pentaclethra saponins. Important in Nigerian ethnomedicine.

Paeonia lactiflora

TCM blood-nourishing herb — Bai Shao (white peony) nourishes blood and softens the liver. Chi Shao (red peony) cools blood and moves stasis. For menstrual pain, muscle cramps, and liver qi stagnation. Key ingredient in Si Wu Tang.

Peperomia pellucida

Pan-tropical herb used in Filipino (ulasimang bato), Brazilian, and Indonesian folk medicine for gout, kidney problems, and hypertension. Whole plant eaten as salad in Philippines. Contains dillapiole, beta-caryophyllene, and peperomins with analgesic properties.

Zanthoxylum clava-herculis

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(tooth), alterative, cancer, carminative, chest, colic, diaphoretic, fever, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Tasmannia lanceolata

Aboriginal analgesic and antimicrobial plant. Berries and leaves used for toothache, stomach pain, and skin complaints. Contains polygodial with anti-inflammatory activity.

Peperomia pelucida

A medicinal plant (Peperomia pelucida) from the Piperaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Mentha piperita

One of the most widely used and recognized herbs, valued for digestive comfort, headache support, and respiratory relief.

Mentha piperita (enteric 0.2ml)

Enteric-coated peppermint oil capsule — 0.2ml (approx 200mg) per capsule. For IBS: 1-2 caps 3x daily 30 min before meals. The enteric coating is essential.

Mentha piperita (essential oil)

One of the most versatile essential oils — topical for headaches (temples), aromatherapy for energy/focus, and enteric-coated capsules for IBS.

Mentha piperita (enteric-coated)

Enteric-coated peppermint oil capsule — releases in the intestines, not stomach. FDA-recognized for IBS. IBGard is the most studied brand. 180-225mg per cap.

Mentha x piperita (enteric-coated)

Enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules — the coating survives stomach acid and releases in the intestines. Clinical evidence matching antispasmodics for IBS (bloating, cramping, gas). 0.2-0.4mL per capsule 3x daily. Non-enteric causes heartburn.

Mentha piperita (tea)

The world's most popular herbal tea. Menthol provides cooling digestive relief. Clinical evidence for IBS when taken as enteric-coated capsules.

Peperomia pereskiifolia

A medicinal plant (Peperomia pereskiifolia) from the Piperaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Linum perenne

Similar to common flax (linseed), the seeds provide essential fatty acids and are used as a bulking laxative for constipation. The aerial parts are used in infusions for colds and the oil for eczema and rheumatoid arthritis.

Ludwigia perennis

Traditional medicinal plant used for fever.

Arabis perennans

Native American medicinal plant used as anticonvulsive, psychological aid, analgesic. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Uvularia perfoliata

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, eye medicine, orthopedic aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Iroquois.

Perilla frutescens

A dual-use herb (culinary and medicinal) used in Korean, Japanese, and Chinese traditions for allergies, respiratory support, and digestive comfort.

Vinca minor

Traditional medicinal plant used for astringent, bactericide, carminative, catarrh, collyrium, depurative, diarrhea, diuretic, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Tetraneuris argentea

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, dermatological aid, psychological aid, disinfectant, gastrointestinal aid, other. Documented among Navajo, Kayenta, Navajo, Ramah.

Desmodium perplexum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, oral aid. Documented among Cherokee.

Myroxylon balsamum

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(head), antiseptic, asthma, bactericide, bronchitis, catarrh, cold, cough, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Thevetia peruviana

Traditional medicinal plant used for fever, malaria, piscicide.

Peumus boldus (bark)

Chilean tree BARK preparation (distinct from the better-known leaf). Used in Mapuche traditional medicine for urinary infections, gonorrhea, and rheumatism. Higher boldine alkaloid concentration than leaves. Bark is the traditional Mapuche preparation.

Lophophora williamsii

Traditional medicinal plant used for ache(back), ache(head), anodyne, arthritis, cardiotonic, corn, fever, hallucinogen, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Phellodendron amurense

TCM herb for clearing damp-heat — contains berberine. For UTIs, diarrhea, and skin infections. Part of the famous Er Miao San and Si Miao San formulas. Also studied for weight management (Relora contains Phellodendron + Magnolia).

Erigeron philadelphicus

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, antihemorrhagic, abortifacient, analgesic, anticonvulsive, cold remedy. Documented among Blackfoot, Cherokee, Houma.

Colocasia esculenta

Philippine hilot poultice for boils, insect stings, and inflammation; cooked root is a staple food; raw plant contains calcium oxalate.

PS (phospholipid)

A phospholipid critical for brain cell membrane function. Used for cognitive support, memory, ADHD, and exercise recovery. FDA qualified health claim for dementia risk.

Delphinium brunonianum

Tibetan alpine herb for blood disorders and fever. Grows at extreme altitude (4000-5500m) and is collected during brief summer flowering season.

Phyllanthus muellerianus

West African climbing shrub used in Guinean, Ivorian, and Ghanaian traditional medicine for wound healing, dysentery, and sexually transmitted infections. Contains ellagitannins and gallic acid with strong antimicrobial activity.

Jatropha curcas

Traditional medicinal plant used for abortifacient, ache(stomach), ache(tooth), alopecia, anasarca, anodyne, antidote, antidote(comocladia), and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.