Herb Library

Thalictrum dioicum

Native American medicinal plant used as antidiarrheal, antiemetic, eye medicine, heart medicine, other. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Sisyrinchium atlanticum

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

Elymus hystrix

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine. Documented among Iroquois.

Eriogonum fasciculatum

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, eye medicine, gastrointestinal aid, urinary aid, antidiarrheal, emetic. Documented among Coahuilla, Costanoan, Diegueno.

Cercis canadensis

Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge, pulmonary aid, respiratory aid, antiemetic. Documented among Alabama, Cherokee, Delaware.

Penstemon laevigatus

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

Calycanthus floridus

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, emetic, eye medicine, pediatric aid, poison, urinary aid. Documented among Cherokee.

Albizia lebbeck

Traditional medicinal plant used for cough, flu, lung, pectoral, rejuvenation, tonic, tumor(abdomen).

Echinacea angustifolia

The root of narrow-leaved echinacea — traditionally preferred by Native Americans and early Eclectic physicians. Different alkaloid profile from E. purpurea.

Echinacea purpurea (400mg)

Standard echinacea capsule. Take at FIRST sign of symptoms — 2-3 caps every 2-3 hours day 1, then 3x daily for 7-10 days. Don't wait until you're already sick.

Echinacea angustifolia (root tincture)

Fresh-tinctured Echinacea root — produces the classic tongue-tingling sensation from alkylamides. The form preferred by traditional Western herbalists.

Echinacea purpurea (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted Echinacea — the strongest form for acute immune support. 60 drops every 2 hours day 1, then 60 drops 3x daily for 7-10 days. Tongue tingling normal.

Echium amoenum

Iranian traditional flower tea for depression, anxiety, and as a calming agent. Clinical trials support anxiolytic effects. Popular in Iranian bazaars as dried flower tea. Contains rosmarinic acid and flavonoids. CAUTION: May contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids like other Echium species.

Paspalidium geminatum

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

Elaeagnus latifolia

Southeast Asian shrub used in Thai and Indian hill-tribe medicine for diarrhea, cough, and as astringent. Fruit edible (acidic). Root decoction for itch and skin conditions. Contains lycopene, beta-carotene, and flavonoids.

Sambucus nigra (capsule)

Standard elderberry capsule format — typically 500mg equivalent. Convenient travel-friendly form of the most popular immune berry.

Sambucus nigra (200mg extract)

Concentrated elderberry extract capsule — 200mg equivalent to 2000mg fresh berries. The most potent capsule form. Standardized for anthocyanins.

Sambucus nigra (adult gummy)

Adult-dose elderberry gummies — typically 100-150mg elderberry per gummy. The most popular immune supplement format in the US. Pleasant berry flavor.

Sambucus nigra (gummy)

Elderberry in child-friendly gummy form — the most popular children's immune supplement. Usually combined with vitamin C and zinc.

Sambucus + Vitamin C + Zinc + Echinacea

Four evidence-based immune ingredients together. Each addresses different immune pathways. The most comprehensive OTC immune formula.

Sambucus nigra + Ascorbic acid

Classic immune combination — elderberry anthocyanins with vitamin C. The two most popular evidence-based immune support ingredients together.

Sambucus nigra (Sambucol brand)

The original clinically studied elderberry extract brand. Standardized for anthocyanins. Multiple RCTs for influenza and common cold.

Sambucus nigra (homemade syrup)

Homemade elderberry syrup — simmered berries with ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and raw honey. The most popular DIY herbal remedy. Recipes all over the internet.

Sambucus nigra (alcohol tincture)

Elderberry extracted in alcohol — more potent and longer-lasting than syrup. No added sugar. Drop dosing allows precise adjustment. 30-60 drops 3x daily.

Sambucus nigra + Zinc picolinate

Elderberry extract + 15mg Zinc in capsule — the convenient immune duo. Daily for prevention, every 2-3 hours with zinc lozenges during acute episodes.

Pedicularis groenlandica

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine. Documented among Cheyenne.

Elephantopus scaber

Southeast Asian and tropical herb used in Malaysian (tapak liman), Indonesian, and Chinese folk medicine for hepatitis, fever, and kidney complaints. Contains elephantopin and deoxyelephantopin sesquiterpene lactones with documented anticancer activity.

Eleutherococcus senticosus

An adaptogenic root used in Traditional Chinese and Russian folk medicine to support stress resilience and stamina.

Cecropia pachystachya

Brazilian traditional medicine tree leaf for asthma, cough, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions. Contains C-glycosyl flavones (orientin, isoorientin). Used in Amazonian folk medicine as bronchodilator and anti-hypertensive.

Eremophila longifolia

Aboriginal bush medicine plant for colds, chest infections, and skin sores. Leaves are heated and applied topically or prepared as a wash for skin conditions.

Picea engelmannii

Native American medicinal plant used as ceremonial medicine, emetic, respiratory aid, tuberculosis remedy, cancer treatment, cough medicine. Documented among Navajo, Ramah, Okanagan-Colville, Thompson.

Enterolobium contortisiliquum

South American tree with ear-shaped pods used in Brazilian and Argentine folk medicine for respiratory conditions, wound healing, and as soap substitute. Bark contains saponins. Fruit decoction for cough and bronchitis. Contains enterolobine.

DIM + Calcium D-Glucarate + Broccoli Extract

Estrogen metabolism support — DIM promotes 2-hydroxy estrogen pathway, Calcium D-Glucarate prevents estrogen recirculation, Broccoli Seed provides sulforaphane.

Eucalyptus globulus

A respiratory support herb with powerful aromatic properties, used as a steam inhalant and in chest rubs for breathing comfort.

Eucalyptus + Peppermint + Camphor (topical)

Topical chest balm with eucalyptus, peppermint, and camphor — the natural Vicks alternative. Apply to chest and back for congestion relief. NEVER near infant faces.

Eucalyptus globulus

The leaf is used as tea for respiratory support. The essential oil is for steam inhalation ONLY — never ingest. Widely used in chest rubs.

Eucalyptus + Menthol (lozenge)

Eucalyptus and menthol cough drops — the classic sore throat and congestion remedy. Provides cooling relief and mild antimicrobial action. OTC standard.

Eucalyptus globulus (essential oil)

Steam-distilled eucalyptus oil — for inhalation and topical use ONLY. NEVER ingest. Used in steam inhalation for congestion and in chest rubs.

Eucalyptus globulus (steam inhalation)

The classic cold/flu remedy — 3-5 drops eucalyptus oil in steaming water, drape towel, breathe 5-10 min with eyes closed. Opens sinuses and soothes airways.

Eucommia ulmoides

A TCM kidney yang tonic used for lower back pain, bone strength, and blood pressure support. One of the few TCM herbs studied for hypertension.

Melicope pteleifolia

Vietnamese and Chinese medicinal plant used for sore throat, toothache, itching, and skin infections. Leaf decoction for bathing skin conditions. Root chewed for dental pain. Contains acridone alkaloids and coumarins. Important in Vietnamese folk medicine.

Euphorbia resinifera

Moroccan endemic cactus-like euphorbia producing a latex containing resiniferatoxin — the hottest compound known (1000x capsaicin). Used in traditional Moroccan medicine for toothache, warts, and rheumatism. Modern research on pain management via TRPV1 desensitization.

Euphrasia officinalis

Doctrine of Signatures — flower looks like an eye, used for eye conditions. Traditional remedy for conjunctivitis, eye strain, and allergic eyes. Used as eyewash or internal tea. Anti-inflammatory and astringent.

Actaea spicata

Traditional medicinal plant used for angina pectoris, antidote, asthma, cardiotonic, dropsy, hysteria, nerves, nervine, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Lycopus europeus

A medicinal plant (Lycopus europeus) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Petasites hybridus

Traditional medicinal plant used for tumor.

Cuscuta europaea

Traditional medicinal plant used for alterative, anodyne, aperient, apertif, aphrodisiac, cancer, carminative, demulcent, and other conditions. Known from ethnobotanical records across multiple cultures.

Ribes uva-crispa

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