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Apple |
Malus domestica |
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fruit, flowers, bark :
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In addition to the fruit of the apple tree, its bark, flowers, and leaves all have healthy properties ...
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Ashwagandha |
Withania sonmiferum |
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root :
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It is often touted as the Indian version of ginseng because,like ginseng, ashwaganda is revered as a non-specific tonic, an adaptogen that is used alo ...
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Balm of Gilead |
Populus spp |
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Leaf buds :
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The dried, unopened buds of the poplar tree are used in ointments and skin treatments to reduce pain and inflammation ...
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Barberry, Common |
Berberis vulgaris L. |
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bark, root-bark :
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The Barberry used to be cultivated for the sake of the fruit, which was pickled and used for garnishing dishes. ...
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Benzoin |
Styrax benzoin |
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resin :
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Benzoin is an expectorant, and warms and tones the heart, increasing circulation. ...
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Black Cohosh |
Cimifuga raemosa |
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root :
American :
Black cohosh contains numerous chemical constituents, among them isoflavones like formononetin, which makes it useful for hot flashes, vaginal dryness ...
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Black Mustard |
Brassica nigra |
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Seeds and leaves :
Greek :
Pungent mustard oil is antibacterial and antifungal, warm and stimulating. ...
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Black Pepper |
Piper nigrum |
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dried peppercorns :
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Black peppers are culitivated in malabar, Java, Sumatra, and Penang. Black pepper oil is hot, warming and very yang ...
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Bladderwrack |
Fucus vesiculosis |
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Whole plant :
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As a source of iodine, it assists in the production of of thyroid hormones ...
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Blue Cohosh |
Caulophyllum thalictroide |
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Dried root :
American :
Blue cohosh is generally used in combination with other herbs, often black cohosh to treat menstrual disorders. ...
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Bogbean |
Menyanthes trifoliata |
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whole herb :
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The buckbean, or bogbean grows in spongy bogs, marshes and shallow water and is one of our prettiest wild flowers. ...
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Borage |
Borago officinalis |
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seed oil, leaves,flowers :
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Borage oil should not be heated, and must be used cold to take full advantage of its health benefits. For topical applications, either apply directly, ...
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Boswellia |
Boswellia thurifera |
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gum resion :
Middle East :
Boswellia or Indian frankincense is one of the Ayurvedic gum resins which are referred to collectively as guggals. ...
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Camphor |
Cinnamomum camphora |
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Essential oil steam distilled from wood :
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Camphor is present in every part of the tree, but is usually taken from the wood of mature trees by steam distillation ...
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Cat's Claw |
Uncaria tomentosa |
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bark :
South American :
Cat's claw bark is traditionally used for inflammatory arthritis and intestinal complaints such as stomach ulcers ...
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Cayenne Pepper |
Capsicum minimum |
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Fruit, ripe and dried :
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Capsicum, an extract from cayenne and other peppers, can dramatically reduce chronic nerve pain, and along with it's anti-inflammatory actions it is ...
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Celery |
Apium graveolens |
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Ripe seeds, herb and root :
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Celery seed helps rid the body of uric acid that often causes pain and inflammation in gout and arthritis. ...
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Centaury |
Centaurium erythraea |
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Dried flowering aerial parts :
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bitter tonic effect on the digestive system. A gentle laxative, and an excellent remedy for heartburn ...
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Devil's Claw |
Harpagophytum procumbens |
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tuberous root :
Africa :
This herb has an extensive history of use as an anti-inflammatory, pain reliever, and digestive stimulant ...
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Eucalyptus |
Eucalyptus globulus |
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Leaves, oil :
Australian :
Eucalyptus is best known for it's ability to relieve congestion and ease breathing in colds. The essential oil of eucalyptus contains cineole, a pote ...
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Evening Primrose |
Oenothera biennis |
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oil from seeds :
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Both the leaves and the roots of the evening primrose contain a fragrant oil that plays an important part natural health. ...
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Fennel |
Foeniculum vulgare |
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Seeds, leaves, roots, oil - the whole plant :
Greek :
The uses for fennel go far beyond the kitchen however, fennel has been used as a medicinal herb by the early Romans and Greeks. ...
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Feverfew |
Tanacetum parthenium |
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arial parts :
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Feverfew inhibits platelet aggregating in the bloodstream, thus preventing blockage of small capillaries, one of the reasons behind feverfew's popular ...
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Flax |
Linum usitatissimum L. |
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Seeds :
Greek :
The origins of the use of flax go back into the dawn of history, its fibers have been found a prehistoric archaeological site ...
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Ginger |
Zingiber officinale |
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Root :
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Perhaps no other herb, except garlic, crosses all barriers, foods versus medicine, Western versus Oriental, scientific versus folk tradition. Ginger i ...
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Hops |
Humulus Lupulus |
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flowers :
Europe :
The Hop was first mentioned by Pliny who speaks of it as a garden plant among the Romans, who ate the young shoots in spring ...
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Horseradish |
Armoracia rusticana, syn. Cochlearia armoracia |
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grated root, seldom leaves :
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Horseradish or 'prepared horseradish' to refers to the grated root of the horseradish plant mixed with vinegar. ...
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Juniper |
Juniperus communis |
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berries :
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The action of juniper closely resembles cypress, to which it is botanically related. ...
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Lavender |
Lavandula officinalis |
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Flowers, leaves and stems :
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Fresh lavender makes a wonderful, aromatic bouquet, and discourages insects from invading your home ...
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Mate |
Ilex paraguariensis |
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leaves :
South America :
Containing 196 active compounds, nutrients, and amino acids, Yerba mate is touted as the new healthy alternative to coffee. ...
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Meadowsweet |
Spriea Ulmaria |
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The meadowsweet is one of the best know wildflowers, its virtues have been known since the time of Dioscorides ...
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Nettle |
Urtica dioica |
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Leaves, stems, and to a lesser extent root :
Europe, N. America :
The stinging comes from the presence on the bristles of histamine. Nettles are a potent herb with a long history of use. ...
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Oregano |
Origanum vulgare |
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leaves, stems, essential oil :
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Oregano has a very ancient reputation and has been used in both the kitchen and the sickroom since the time of the ancients. ...
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Parsley |
Petroselinum crispum |
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roots, leaves, seeds :
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Of the variety crispum, or curled-leaved there are thirty-seven variations, the most valuable are those of compact habit ...
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Pine |
Pinus sylvestris |
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Needles :
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The key uses of pine are as an anti-infectious, antimicrobial agent in colds, flu, urinary and viral infections and as a pain reliever ...
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Pineapple |
Ananas comosus |
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Fruit, stem :
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Pineapple has been used as a medicinal plant in several native cultures. Pineapple contains a proteolytic enzyme bromelain, which digests food by brea ...
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Rehmannia |
Rehmannia glutinosa |
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dried root, fresh root, prepared root :
China :
Rehmannia is a very commonly used herb in traditional Chinese medicine. Know as or Di-huang, (earth yellow), prepared rehmannia is used for loss of bl ...
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Rosemary |
Rosmarinus officinalis |
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Leaves, stems and flowers :
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Rosemary is an extremely useful herb, with many culinary, medicinal and aromatherapy attributes. The essential oil is distilled from the fresh flower ...
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Rue |
Ruta graveolens L. |
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Whole Herb :
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One of the oldest and garden plants cultivated for medicinal use Rue was valued as a country simple for its ability to ward off toxins and pests ...
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Sarsaparilla |
Smilax sarsaparilla |
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Root :
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The spicy, pleasant smelling root is what gave old fashioned root beer its bite and is the part used medicinally ...
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Soapwort |
Saponaria officinalis |
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Rhizome :
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The common name of this member of the carnation family indicates it's traditional uses in washing ...
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St. John's Wort |
Hypericum perforatum |
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Herb tops, flowers :
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St. Johns Wort has a demonstrated ability to act as an antidepressant, but this versatile herb also has dozens of chemical compounds that disinfect an ...
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Tamanu Oil |
Calophyllum inophyllum |
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seed oil :
Asia :
Fiji natives use Tamanu oil for joint pains, arthritis, bruises, oozing wounds, chapped lips and preventing diaper rash. In ...
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Thuja |
Thuja occidentalis |
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Leaves and young twigs :
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Thuja may also be used in hot compresses and steam baths to ease rheumatism, arthritis, and achy muscles. ...
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Turmeric |
Curcuma longa L. |
| herbaceous perennial plant :
rhizome :
Ayurvedic :
Turmeric is a mild aromatic stimulant used in the manufacture of curry powders and mustards.The curcumin in turmeric has recently been shown effective ...
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Vervain |
Verbena hastata, V. officinalis |
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Leaves, flowering heads :
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Vervain has been used in traditional herbal medicine by many diverse cultures from the ancient Romans and Celtic cultures to the American Indians. ...
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White Willow |
Salix Alba |
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Bark :
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White willow has been used to combat fevers and pain for thousands of years, it may be the oldest herb known to treat pain an ...
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Wild Yam |
Dioscorea villosa |
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The dried tuber :
N. America :
Wild yam root is a potent source of diosginin, a chemical that resembles female sex hormones and was used in the manufacture of the first oral contrac ...
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Wintergreen |
Gaultheria procumbens |
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Leaves :
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The volatile oil obtained by distillation and to which all the medicinal ...
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Wormwood |
Artemisia absinthium L. |
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Aerial parts :
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Wormwood is used today mainly as a bitter tonic, and in natural pest control. ...
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