Eupatorium perfoliatum (boneset): traditional uses, compounds, preparation forms, and the pyrrolizidine alkaloids that limit it to short-term, guided use.
Asteraceae Family
Mouse-Ear Hawkweed (Pilosella officinarum): Benefits and Uses
Mouse-ear hawkweed (Pilosella officinarum): traditional uses, active compounds, tea preparation, synergies and safety precautions for this diuretic herb.
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius): Properties and Benefits
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius): traditional uses of the flower, seed oil, active compounds, preparations and cautions in pregnancy and with anticoagulants.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum): Properties and Benefits
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum): traditional uses, essential oil, active compounds, preparation methods, recipes and safety precautions for this plant.
Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata): Properties and Benefits
Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata): traditional uses, phytochemicals, preparation methods, synergies and safety precautions for this North American plant.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): Properties and Benefits
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): traditional uses of the seeds, leaves and flowers, preparation methods, recipes, active compounds and allergy contraindications.
Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus): Benefits and Uses
Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus): traditional uses as a digestive bitter, preparation methods, phytochemistry, contraindications and pregnancy precautions.
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus): Properties and Benefits
Artichoke (Cynara scolymus): traditional uses for digestion and the liver, preparation methods, recipes, cholesterol studies and contraindications.
Marsh Cudweed (Gnaphalium uliginosum): Benefits and Uses
Marsh Cudweed (Gnaphalium uliginosum): plant used in traditional infusions for mild hypertension and sore throat, with contraindications in pregnancy.
Guaco (Mikania glomerata): Properties and Benefits
Guaco (Mikania glomerata): traditional use for respiratory conditions, tea and syrup preparation, anticoagulant interactions, and pregnancy warning.
Chicory (Cichorium intybus): Properties and Benefits
Chicory (Cichorium intybus): traditional uses, tea preparation, digestive and liver properties, contraindications, and safe consumption guidelines.
Elecampane (Inula helenium): Properties and Benefits
Elecampane (Inula helenium): root used in teas and decoctions for cough, digestion, and immune support, with preparation and cautions explained.
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium): Properties and Benefits
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium): traditional uses for migraine prevention, tea preparation steps, and pregnancy and breastfeeding cautions.
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium): Properties and Benefits
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium): traditional uses, preparation methods, studied properties, and contraindications of this European plant.
Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara): Properties and Benefits
Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara): traditional uses, preparation methods, toxic alkaloids, and contraindications for pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus): Properties and Benefits
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus): a plant used in PA-free extracts, studied for migraine and allergy support; see uses, risks, and contraindications.
Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea): Properties and Benefits
Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea): traditional uses, preparation methods for tea and tincture, and contraindications of this diuretic herb.
Arnica (Arnica montana): Properties and Benefits
Arnica (Arnica montana): traditional topical uses for bruises, sprains, and muscle pain, plus preparation methods and contraindications.
Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis): Benefits and Uses
Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis): traditional uses, preparation methods, properties, and contraindications of this soothing, skin-healing plant.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Properties and Benefits
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is used as a diuretic and liver support herb; see tea preparation, contraindications, and drug interactions.
Burdock (Arctium lappa): Properties and Benefits
Burdock (Arctium lappa): a depurative, diuretic plant used in teas and tinctures. Learn preparation, traditional uses, and pregnancy and diabetes precautions.
Chrysanthemum morifolium (Florist’s Chrysanthemum): Profile
Chrysanthemum × morifolium, the florist\’s chrysanthemum: taxonomy, morphology, phenology, phytochemistry, history and conservation of this Chinese hybrid.
False Daisy (Eclipta prostrata): Properties and Benefits
Discover the therapeutic properties of false daisy (Eclipta prostrata). Complete guide on bhringraj benefits for hair and liver, and contraindications.
Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus): Properties and Benefits
Discover the therapeutic properties of tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus). Complete guide on benefits, traditional uses, contraindications, and phytochemicals.
Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile): Benefits and Uses
Discover the therapeutic properties of Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile). Complete guide on benefits, herbal teas, contraindications, and traditional uses.
Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea): Properties and Benefits
Discover the properties of Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower). Complete guide on benefits, traditional uses, dosage, and contraindications.
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum): Properties and Benefits
Discover the properties of milk thistle (Silybum marianum). Complete guide on benefits, herbal teas, contraindications, and traditional uses.


























