Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides): Properties and Benefits

Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides): names, traditional uses, phytochemistry, external-use recipes and the warning about its toxic essential oil.

Jamun (Syzygium cumini): Properties and Benefits

Jamun (Syzygium cumini): traditional uses, phytochemistry, how to prepare the tea, plant synergies and precautions for people taking diabetes medication.

Khella (Ammi visnaga): Properties and Benefits

Khella (Ammi visnaga): traditional uses, khellin and visnagin, preparation methods, research, and cautions about the liver, sunlight, and drug interactions.

Rice (Oryza sativa): Properties, Benefits and Uses

Rice (Oryza sativa): learn about the traditional uses of rice water and rice bran, the compounds studied, home recipes and arsenic precautions.

Papaya (Carica papaya): Properties and Benefits

Papaya (Carica papaya): traditional uses of the leaf and fruit, papain, phytochemical profile, recipes, pregnancy precautions and contraindications.

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Broadleaf Plantain (Plantago major): Benefits and Uses

Broadleaf plantain (Plantago major): traditional uses, preparation, contraindications, and recipes for this common medicinal plant.

Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis): Properties and Benefits

Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis): traditional uses in Chinese medicine, preparation methods, recipes, and contraindications of this adaptogenic fungus.

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus): Properties and Benefits

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus): traditional uses, preparation methods, home recipes, and contraindications for this antioxidant-rich fruit.

Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea): Properties and Benefits

Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea): traditional uses, preparation methods for tea and tincture, and contraindications of this diuretic herb.

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis): Properties and Benefits

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis): traditional uses, phytochemical profile, preparation methods, and contraindications for this berberine-rich rhizome.

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus): Benefits and Uses

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus): adaptogenic tonic from Traditional Chinese Medicine, immune uses, decoction preparation, and contraindications.

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense): Properties and Benefits

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense): diuretic and remineralizing properties, tea preparation, and contraindications for pregnancy and kidney disease.

Oregano (Origanum vulgare): Properties and Benefits

Oregano (Origanum vulgare): aromatic Lamiaceae herb; see traditional uses, tea and oil preparation, synergies, and contraindications.

Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis): Properties and Benefits

Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis): protein-rich superfood packed with antioxidants; see preparation, traditional uses, contraindications, and side effects.

Pau D’Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa): Benefits and Uses

Pau D’Arco (Tabebuia impetiginosa): traditional bark decoction and poultice preparation, immune and anti-inflammatory properties, plus key contraindications.

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi): Benefits and Uses

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi): traditional uses, leaf infusion preparation, antiseptic properties, and pregnancy contraindications explained.

Arnica (Arnica montana): Properties and Benefits

Arnica (Arnica montana): traditional topical uses for bruises, sprains, and muscle pain, plus preparation methods and contraindications.

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum): Benefits and Uses

Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum): traditional support for circulation, standardized extract forms, and pregnancy contraindications.

Pomegranate (Punica granatum): Properties and Benefits

Pomegranate (Punica granatum): traditional uses, preparation methods, digestive and antioxidant benefits, plus contraindications of this ancient fruit tree.

Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis): Benefits and Uses

Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis): traditional uses, preparation methods, properties, and contraindications of this soothing, skin-healing plant.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum): Properties and Benefits

Basil (Ocimum basilicum): traditional uses, tea and oil preparation, studied properties, and pregnancy contraindications explained here.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum): Properties and Benefits

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum): traditional uses, preparation methods, studied properties, and contraindications of this adaptogenic mushroom explained.

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.

Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis): Properties and Benefits

Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) is used in Chinese medicine for women’s health; see tea, tincture preparation, and pregnancy contraindications.

Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa): Properties and Benefits

Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa): an anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory Amazonian plant; see 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.

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula): Properties and Benefits

Haritaki (Terminalia chebula): Ayurvedic traditional uses, Triphala formulation, preparation forms, contraindications, and safety notes.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis): Properties and Benefits

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis): traditional infusions, essential oil massage, digestion and memory uses, contraindications, and drug interactions.

Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis): Benefits and Uses

Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis): guide to the oil, its traditional uses for PMS and eczema, capsule dosage, and contraindications in pregnancy.

Grape (Vitis vinifera): Properties and Benefits

Grape (Vitis vinifera): guide to the grapevine, its antioxidant and cardioprotective properties, leaf tea preparation, and anticoagulant contraindications.

Common Ivy (Hedera helix): Properties and Benefits

Common Ivy (Hedera helix): leaves used in syrups and teas for cough and bronchitis, with standardized preparation and precautions in pregnancy and children.

Maca (Lepidium meyenii): Properties and Benefits

Maca (Lepidium meyenii): Andean root used in powder, capsules, and extracts for energy and fertility, with cautions in pregnancy and thyroid conditions.

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris): Properties and Benefits

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris): guide to properties, juice and recipe preparation, contraindications, and cautions for low blood pressure or kidney stones.

Arabica Coffee (Coffea arabica): Properties and Benefits

Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica): guide to traditional uses, brewing methods, and contraindications for caffeine sensitivity and pregnancy.

Garcinia (Garcinia gummi-gutta): Properties and Benefits

Garcinia (Garcinia gummi-gutta): traditional culinary and digestive uses, hydroxycitric acid for weight management, and contraindications.

Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium sagittatum): Benefits and Uses

Horny goat weed (Epimedium sagittatum): traditional Chinese Medicine uses, tea and tincture preparation, contraindications, and side effects to know.

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum): Benefits and Uses

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum): traditional use for mild depression and anxiety, tea, oil, and tincture preparation, plus drug interaction warnings.

Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa): Benefits and Uses

Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa): traditional menopause relief, tea, capsule, and tincture preparation, contraindications and side effects explained.

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra): Properties and Benefits

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra): traditional uses, tea and syrup preparation, antiviral properties, and contraindications of this berry-rich shrub.

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum): Properties and Benefits

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum): traditional uses, tea preparation, recipes, and contraindications of this seed rich in omega-3, fiber, and lignans.

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Properties and Benefits

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ayurvedic adaptogen for stress and sleep; see traditional uses, preparation, dosages, and contraindications.

Senna (Senna alexandrina): Properties and Benefits

Senna (Senna alexandrina): traditional laxative for occasional constipation; see preparation, dosages, sennosides, and pregnancy contraindications.

Indian Frankincense (Boswellia serrata): Benefits and Uses

Indian frankincense (Boswellia serrata): Ayurvedic anti-inflammatory resin. See traditional uses, preparation forms, and contraindications for internal use.

Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum): Properties and Benefits

Goji berry (Lycium barbarum): antioxidant fruit from Chinese medicine. See traditional uses, tea preparation, and contraindications for daily intake.

Common Wheat (Triticum aestivum): Properties and Benefits

Common wheat (Triticum aestivum): explore properties, traditional uses, wheatgrass and wheat germ oil preparation, and gluten contraindications.

White Horehound (Marrubium vulgare): Benefits and Uses

White horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is a traditional expectorant and digestive herb. See tea preparation, dosage, contraindications, and safety precautions.

Ceylon Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum): Benefits and Uses

Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is a spice with traditional digestive, antioxidant, and antimicrobial uses. See preparation and cautions here.

Roseroot (Rhodiola rosea): Properties and Benefits

Roseroot (Rhodiola rosea) is an adaptogenic root used for stress and fatigue. See properties, preparation methods, and contraindications here.

Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng): Properties and Benefits

Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng): traditional uses, preparation methods, properties, and contraindications of this adaptogenic root used for energy and memory.

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba): Properties and Benefits

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba): traditional uses, preparation methods, properties, and contraindications of this ancient plant used for memory and circulation.

Crataegus laevigata (Midland Hawthorn): Botanical Profile

The Midland hawthorn of Europe\’s ancient woodlands: full botanical profile of Crataegus laevigata, from taxonomy and morphology to habitat and conservation.

Aralia racemosa (American Spikenard): Complete Botanical Profile

Aralia racemosa, American spikenard, is a large perennial herb of eastern North American forests. Botany, morphology, range, phenology and phytochemistry.

Aloysia citrodora (Lemon Verbena): Complete Botanical Profile

Lemon verbena carries its leaves in whorls of three and scents the air with citrus. Botanical profile of Aloysia citrodora, from taxonomy to phytochemistry.

Adiantum capillus-veneris (Southern Maidenhair Fern): Profile

Adiantum capillus-veneris, the southern maidenhair fern: taxonomy, morphology, cosmopolitan range, cultivation, phytochemistry, history and conservation.

Tribulus terrestris (Puncture Vine): Complete Botanical Profile

Tribulus terrestris, or puncture vine, is a prostrate Zygophyllaceae herb: taxonomy, morphology, spiny fruits, range, phenology and phytochemistry.

Chrysanthemum morifolium (Florist’s Chrysanthemum): Profile

Chrysanthemum × morifolium, the florist\’s chrysanthemum: taxonomy, morphology, phenology, phytochemistry, history and conservation of this Chinese hybrid.

Althaea officinalis (Marsh Mallow): Complete Botanical Profile

Marsh-mallow (Althaea officinalis) in full: accepted taxonomy, morphology, brackish marsh habitat, cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry and conservation.

Eugenia uniflora (Surinam Cherry): Complete Botanical Profile

Surinam-cherry (Eugenia uniflora) in botanical detail: taxonomy, morphology, native range in Brazil, cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry and history.

Eschscholzia californica (California Poppy): Botanical Profile

Eschscholzia californica, the California poppy: taxonomy, morphology, habitat, cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry and conservation in one full profile.

Vaccinium macrocarpon (Cranberry): Complete Botanical Profile

Vaccinium macrocarpon, the American cranberry: taxonomy, morphology, bog habitat, flood cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry and conservation.

Crataegus monogyna (Common Hawthorn): Botanical Profile

Crataegus monogyna, the common hawthorn of European hedgerows: taxonomy, morphology, range, cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry, history and conservation.

Salvia officinalis (Common Sage): Complete Botanical Profile

Common sage, Salvia officinalis L., a grey-leaved Mediterranean subshrub of the Lamiaceae: taxonomy, morphology, range, cultivation and phytochemistry.

Rheum officinale (Medicinal Rhubarb): Complete Botanical Profile

Rheum officinale, medicinal rhubarb: taxonomy, morphology, habitat, cultivation, phenology, phytochemistry, history and conservation in one complete profile.

Rumex acetosella (Sheep Sorrel): Complete Botanical Profile

Sheep-sorrel (Rumex acetosella): taxonomy, morphology, acid-soil habitat, cultivation, phytochemistry, history and conservation of a global colonist.

Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel): Complete Botanical Profile

Hamamelis virginiana, the American witch hazel: taxonomy, morphology, habitat, cultivation, phytochemistry, history and the autumn flowering that defines it.

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