Herb Library

Curcuma longa (paste)

Fresh turmeric root ground into paste with coconut oil and black pepper. The highest-absorption DIY preparation. Store in fridge, use within 2 weeks.

Curcuma longa (whole root powder)

Whole turmeric root powder — contains curcumin plus 200+ other compounds (turmerones, polysaccharides). Different therapeutic profile from isolated curcumin extracts.

Curcuma longa (tea)

Fresh or powdered turmeric steeped with black pepper and fat (coconut milk). The simplest anti-inflammatory daily ritual. Add ginger for synergy.

Curcuma longa (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted turmeric — provides curcuminoids in a rapidly absorbed liquid format. 30-60 drops 2-3x daily. The alcohol also helps curcumin absorption.

Thamnosma montana

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, gastrointestinal aid, laxative, analgesic, cold remedy, dermatological aid. Documented among Havasupai, Kawaiisu, Paiute.

Pteryxia terebinthina

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

Turraea robusta

East African Meliaceae tree used in Kenyan and Tanzanian traditional medicine for malaria, convulsions, and stomachache. Contains limonoids (turranolide) with insecticidal and antimicrobial properties. Root decoction for fever in children.

Lonicera involucrata

Native American medicinal plant used as cough medicine, dermatological aid, venereal aid, cathartic, emetic, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Bella Coola, Blackfoot, Carrier.

Allium bisceptrum

Native American medicinal plant used as dietary aid. Documented among Mahuna.

Linnaea borealis

Native American medicinal plant used as orthopedic aid, analgesic, pediatric aid, psychological aid. Documented among Montagnais, Tanana, Upper.

Jeffersonia diphylla

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, kidney aid, urinary aid, antidiarrheal, liver aid, pediatric aid. Documented among Cherokee, Iroquois.

Opuntia macrorhiza

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

Cenchrus biflorus

A medicinal plant (Cenchrus biflorus) from the Poaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Maianthemum dilatatum

Native American medicinal plant used as dermatological aid, tuberculosis remedy, reproductive aid, burn dressing, eye medicine. Documented among Hesquiat, Makah, Nitinaht.

Mitella diphylla

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, eye medicine. Documented among Iroquois.

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides

A medicinal plant (Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides) from the Lamiaceae family used in traditional medicine.

Reduced Coenzyme Q10

The reduced/active form of CoQ10 — better absorbed than ubiquinone, especially for people over 40. Essential for mitochondrial energy and heart health.

Virola surinamensis

Traditional medicinal plant used for rheumatism.

Waltheria indica

Native American medicinal plant used as dietary aid, laxative, pediatric aid, pulmonary aid, respiratory aid, strengthener. Documented among Hawaiian.

Dioscorea sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as febrifuge. Documented among Hawaiian.

Caesalpinia kavaiensis

Native American medicinal plant used as blood medicine. Documented among Hawaiian.

Curcuma aromatica

Japanese spring turmeric used in Kampo for blood stasis, chest pain, jaundice, and mental conditions. Contains aromatic turmerone and differs from common turmeric.

Acacia tortilis

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

Pelargonium sidoides

Zulu respiratory remedy — EPs 7630 extract is a German registered medicine for acute bronchitis. Name means "heavy cough" in Zulu. Clinical evidence for reducing bronchitis duration by 2 days. Contains gallic acid and umckalin.

Prunus mume

Japanese macrobiotic superfood — salt-pickled ume plum. Extremely sour and salty. For hangover, nausea, digestive upset, and alkalizing the body. TCM Wu Mei stops diarrhea, generates fluids, and expels parasites. Part of Wu Mei Wan formula.

Penstemon virgatus

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

Ratibida columnifera

Native American medicinal plant used as analgesic, dermatological aid, snake bite remedy, panacea, gynecological aid, gastrointestinal aid. Documented among Cheyenne, Dakota, Keres, Western.

Usnea barbata

A lichen (not technically an herb) containing usnic acid, traditionally used for respiratory and urinary tract support.

Lonicera utahensis

Native American medicinal plant used as hunting medicine, blood medicine, dermatological aid, laxative. Documented among Navajo, Ramah, Okanagan-Colville.

Juniperus osteosperma

Native American medicinal plant used as cold remedy, gynecological aid, other, analgesic, dermatological aid, antihemorrhagic. Documented among Havasupai, Hopi, Navajo.

Amelanchier utahensis

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

Cranberry + D-Mannose + Uva Ursi

Triple UTI prevention — Cranberry PACs prevent bacterial adhesion, D-Mannose flushes E. coli, Uva Ursi provides urinary antiseptic action. For recurrent UTIs.

Meconopsis horridula

Himalayan blue poppy used in Tibetan medicine for liver-heat, pain, and fever. Contains isoquinoline alkaloids. Grows in high-altitude alpine meadows.

Uvaria chamae

West African antimicrobial root for jaundice, fever, wound infections, and stomach pain; root chewed for oral infections.

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

A traditional urinary tract herb containing arbutin, used for short-term bladder and urinary support.

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (400mg)

Standard Uva Ursi capsule — for short-term UTI support (MAX 1-2 weeks). 400mg 3x daily. Requires alkaline urine to activate arbutin. Take with sodium bicarbonate.

Ipomoea sp.

Native American medicinal plant used as emetic, gynecological aid, laxative, pediatric aid, respiratory aid, sedative. Documented among Hawaiian.

Xysmalobium undulatum

South African anti-diarrheal — German registered medicine (Uzara). Contains uzarin (cardiac glycoside with anti-motility effect). For acute non-specific diarrhea. One of the most successful African traditional medicines commercialized in Europe.

Piper guineense

Nigerian spice-medicine for postpartum recovery, cough, and rheumatism; leaf used in soups for lactation and uterine healing.

Acorus calamus

An Ayurvedic herb for cognitive support and voice clarity. CAUTION: Contains beta-asarone — use only the Ayurvedic-grade variety.

Valeriana officinalis

One of the most well-known and studied sleep support herbs, used for centuries to promote relaxation and restful sleep.

Valeriana officinalis (450mg)

Standard valerian root capsule — 450mg is the common dose. Take 30-60 minutes before bed. May take 2-4 weeks for full effect. Strong smell even in capsules.

Valeriana officinalis (extract)

Standardized valerian extract — 0.8% valerenic acid typical. The most studied form for insomnia and sleep quality improvement.

Valeriana officinalis + Humulus lupulus

Classic European sleep combination — synergistic sedation. Ze 91019 clinical trials show improved sleep quality comparable to benzodiazepines without morning hangover. Standard dose: 500mg valerian + 120mg hops before bedtime. Non-addictive.

Valeriana + Humulus

The most clinically studied sleep herb combination. Ze 91019 extract shown to improve sleep quality comparable to benzodiazepines without morning hangover.

Valeriana officinalis (tea)

Traditional valerian root tea — milder than extract but still effective for sleep. Strong, distinctive smell. Often combined with hops, lemon balm, or passionflower.

Valeriana officinalis (tincture)

Alcohol-extracted valerian — the strongest smelling herbal tincture. 30-60 drops before bed. More fast-acting than capsules. The smell is notoriously awful.

Vitis girdiana

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