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ACACIA
(Acacia spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Gum Arabic.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alternative, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-Spasmodic, Astringent, Demulcent, Emollient, Febrifuge, Mucilant, Nutritive, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Gum, Flowers, Bark, Beans, Leaves.


Agrimony
(Agrimonia eupatoria)

A.K.A.,: Stickwort, Cocklebur.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Cholagogue, Coagulant, Depurative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


Alfalfa
(Medicago sativa)

A.K.A.,: Buffalo herb, Lucerne.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anodyne, Antipyretic, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-scorbutic, Aperitive, Depurative, Diuretic, Galactagogue, Nutritive, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Herb, Seed, Sprout.


ALOE
(Aloe vera)

A.K.A.,: Barbados Aloe, Medicine Plant, Lily of the Desert.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Abortifacient, Alterative, Anthelmintic, Antibacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Bitter, Cathartic, Cell proliferant, Cholagogue, Decoagulant, Demulcent, Depurative, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Insecticide, Laxative, Purgative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Leaf.


Althea
(See Marshmallow Root)


Amaranth
(Amaranthus spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Lovely Bleeding, Love lies bleeding, Price's feather.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alliterative, Astringent, Demulcent, Diuretic, Nutritive, Styptic-mild, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves and Flowers.


ANGELICA
(A. atropurpurea)

A.K.A.,: Wild Archangel, Masterwort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Aromatic, Bitter, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root, leaves, seeds.


Anise
(Pimpinella anisum)

A.K.A.,: Aniseed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Abortifacient, Anodyne, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aromatic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Pectoral, Stimulant, Stomachic.

PART USED: Oil and Seeds.


Antler
(Deer and Elk)

A.K.A.,: Dragons tooth, Dragon bone.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Antipyretic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac.

PART USED: Entire Antler.


ASTRAGALUS
(A. membranaceus)

A.K.A.,: Huang qi, Astragali.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Antibacterial, Anhydrotic (stops sweating), Anti-hypertensive, Anti-inflammatory, Antiviral, Cardio-tonic, Diuretic, Immuno-stimulant, Pectoral, Tonic.

PART USED: The root.


BARBERRY
(Berberis vulgaris)

A.K.A.,: Jaundice Berry, Pepperidge Bush.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-bacterial, Antiseptic, Aperitive, Aromatic, Astringent, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hepatic, Hypotensive, Laxative, Refrigerant-Berries, Stomachic, Tonic-liver, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark, Root, Berries.


BARLEY JUICE POWDER

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogenic, Anti-inflammatory, Demulcent, Emollient, Immuno-stimulant, Nutritive, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Young leaves, Young grass.


BASIL
(Ocimum basilicum)

A.K.A.,: Common Basil, Sweet Basil.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibacterial, Antispasmodic, Demulcent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Galactagogue, Pectoral, Refrigerant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Herb, Leaves.


BAYBERRY
(Myrica cerifera)

A.K.A.,: Candle Berry, Wax Myrtle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibacterial, Antiseptic, Astringent, Deobstruent, Emetic, Febrifuge, Insecticide, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Dried root bark and sometimes the leaves.


BEE POLLEN

BODILY INFLUENCE: Corrects polarity, Hormonal, Nutritive, Stimulant, Tonic-General.

PART USED: Bee Pollen


BEE PROPOLIS

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Bacteriocide, Cell proliferant, Immuno-stimulant.

PART USED: Tree Bud Resin.


BEE'S ROYAL JELLY

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Antibacterial, Antibiotic.

PART USED: Royal Jelly.


BILBERRY
(Vaccinium myrtillus)

A.K.A.,: Blueberry, Huckleberry.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Astringent, Diuretic, Nutritive.

PART USED: Leaves and berries.


BIRCH
(Betula alba, B. lenta)

A.K.A.,: White birch, Black birch, Mountain Mahogany.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anthelmintic, Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Depurative, Diuretic, Stimulant, Sudorific.

PART USED: Bark and Leaves.


BISTORT
(Polygonum bistorta)

A.K.A.,: Dragonwort, Patience dock.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Hemostatic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root and leaves.


BLACKBERRY
(Rubus fructicosus and spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Bramble Berry, Dewberry.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antipyretic, Astringent, Bitter, Hemostatic-Topical, Tonic.

PART USED: Roots, Leaves, Fruit.


BLACK COHOSH
(Cimicifuga racemosa)

A.K.A.,: Black Snakeroot, Bugbane.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anti-rheumatic, Antispasmodic, Antivenomous, Astringent, Bitter, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Hormonal-female, Nervine, Oxytocic, Parturient, Sedative, Stomachic, Tonic-Glandular.

PART USED: Root.


BLACK WALNUT
(Juglans nigra)

A.K.A.,: English Walnut.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anthelmintic, Antifungal, Antiparasitic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Bitter, Insecticide, Laxative, Parasiticide, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Bark, Leaves, Nut.


BLESSED THISTLE
(Cnicus benedictus)

A.K.A.,: St. Benedict Thistle, Holy Thistle, Spotted Thistle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anthelmintic, Anti-pyretic, Aperitive, Carminative, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic-Stimulating, Diuretic, Emetic (in large doses), Emmenagogue, Galactagogue, Hormonal, Intoxicant, Nervine, Stimulant Tonic, Tonic-liver, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Leaves, flowers, seeds.


BLUE COHOSH
(Caulophyllum thalictroides)

A.K.A.,: Papoose root, Blue Ginseng, Squawroot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anthelmintic, Antispasmodic, Bitter, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Oxytocic, Sedative, Stimulant.

PART USED: Root.


BLUE VERVAIN
(Verbena hastata)

A.K.A.,: Indian Hyssop, Simpler's Joy.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyretic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Nervine, Parasiticide, Relaxant, Tonic. Blue Vervain is an alternative to Lobelia. Large doses may induce vomiting.

PART USED: Whole plant.


BONESET
(Eupatorium perfoliatum)

A.K.A.,: Agueweed, Indian Sage, Feverwort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Antipyretic, Aperitive, Bitter, Diaphoretic, Emetic, Febrifuge, Stimulant.

PART USED: Flower, leaf.


BORAGE
(Borago officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Common Bugloss, Starflower.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Bitter, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Emollient, Febrifuge, Galactagogue, Laxative, Pectoral, Sudorific, Tonic.

PART USED: The Herb, Flowers, Leaves.


BRIGHAM TEA
(SEE MA HUANG)

A.K.A.,: Mormon Tea.


BRINDALL BERRIES
(SEE GARCINIA)


BROAD BEAN
(Vicia faba)

A.K.A.,: Horse Bean, Fava Bean, Windsor Bean.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antispasmodic, Diuretic, Tonic.

PART USED: The Bean.


BUCHU
(Barosma betulina)

A.K.A.,: Bookoo, Bucku.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antilithic, Antiseptic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Lithotriptic, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves.


BUCKTHORN
(Rhamnus frangula)

A.K.A.,: Alder dogwood.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anthelmintic, Bitter, Cathartic, Depurative, Diuretic, Emetic, Laxative, Purgative.

PART USED: Bark, Berries, Root.


BUGLEWEED
(Lycopus virginicus)

A.K.A.,: Water Horehound.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antithyroid, Astringent, Bitter, Cardiac, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Sedative (effective for sedating hyper-thyroid), Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


BURDOCK
(Arctium lappa)

A.K.A.,: Turkey burrseed, Hurr-bur.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antidote, Anti-phlogistic, Anti-tumor, Aperient, Bitter, Bacteriocide, Blood purifier, Carminative, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Hepatic, Laxative, Lithotriptic, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root, seeds and sometimes leaves.


BUTCHERS'S BROOM
(Ruscus aculeatus)

A.K.A.,: Asparagaceae.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Aperient, Astringent, Deobstruent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Laxative, Prevents Blood Clots, Vasoconstrictive.

PART USED: Root.


CALENDULA
(Calendula officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Garden Marigold.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Bitter, Cholagogue, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Stimulant, Styptic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Leaves, Flowers, Petals.


CAPSICUM OR CAYENNE
(Capsicum annum)

A.K.A.,: Red Pepper, Bird Pepper, African Bird Pepper.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibacterial, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aperitive, Aromatic, Astringent, Blood thinner, Cardiovascular tonic, Carminative, Condiment, Diaphoretic, Hemostatic, Hypertensive, Hypotensive, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic-general, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The Fruit.


CARAWAY
(Carum carvi)

A.K.A.,: Caraway seed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antispasmodic, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Laxative, Stimulant, Stomachic.

PART USED: Root, Seed.


CAYENNE
(SEE CAPSICUM)


CEDAR BERRIES
(SEE JUNIPER BERRIES)


CELERY
(Apium graveolens)

A.K.A.,: Garden celery, Wild celery.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-rheumatic, Antiseptic, Aperitive, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Uterine stimulant.

PART USED: Root and Seeds.


CENTAURY
(Centraurium erythraea)

A.K.A.,: Bitter Herb.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Aromatic, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Cholagogue, Depurative, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The Herb.


CHAMOMILE
(Anthemis nobilis-Roman)

A.K.A.,: Ground apple, Wild Chamomile.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anodyne, Antibiotic, Antifungal, Anti-pholgistic, Antipyretic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aperitive, Aromatic, Bitter, Calmative, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Sudorific, Tonic, Vermifuge.

PART USED: The whole plant.


CHAPARRAL
(Larrea tridentata, L. divaricata)

A.K.A.,: Creosote bush, Greasewood, Gobernadora.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anodyne, Antibiotic, Anti-carcinogenic, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antiseptic, Anti-tumor, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Diuretic, Expectorant, Parasiticide, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves.


CHICKWEED
(Stellaria media)

A.K.A.,: Starweed, Stitchwort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Breaks Down Fat, Demulcent, Discutient, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Nutritive, Pectoral, Refrigerant, Stomachic.

PART USED: The Herb.


CHICORY
(Cichorium intybus)

A.K.A.,: Blue-Sailors, Coffee weed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Blood Purifier, Diuretic, Laxative, Tonic-mild.

PART USED: The Herb and Root.


CINCHONA
(Cinchona calisaya, C. nitida)

A.K.A.,: Jesuit's Bark, Peruvian bark.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiperiodic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Bitter, Febrifuge, Oxytocic, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark.


CHLORELLA
(Chlorella pyrenoidosa)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Anti-viral, Immuno-stimulant, Nutritive.

PART USED: Whole algae with the cell partially or fully broken down.


CINNAMON
(CINNAMOMUM zeylanicum, C. cassia)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anti-fungal, Antiseptic, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Fungicide, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The dried bark.


CLOVES
(Eugenia caryophyllata)

A.K.A.,: Mother Cloves.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-emetic, Antiseptic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Disinfectant, Expectorant, Germicide, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Seeds or flower-bud.


COLTSFOOT
(Tussilago farfara)

A.K.A.,: Coughwort, Horsehoof, Calves foot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Antitussive, Astringent, Bitter, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Pectoral, Sudorific, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves, Flower, Root.


COMFREY
(Symphytum officinale)

A.K.A.,: Knitbone, Bruisewort, Woundwort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antipyretic, Antitussive, Astringent, Bitter, Cell Proliferant, Demulcent, Expectorant, Mucilant, Nutritive, Styptic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Leaves and Root.


CORNSILK
(Zea mays)

A.K.A.,: Mothers Hair.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Demulcent, Lithotriptic, Soothing, Mild Stimulant,.

PART USED: The green pistils of the Flower.


COUCH GRASS
(Agropyron repens)

A.K.A.,: Witch grass, Dog grass, Quick grass, Twitch grass.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibiotic, Antiphlogistic, Demulcent, Depurative, Discutient, Diuretic, Emollient, Pectoral, Sudorific, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


CRAMP BARK
(Viburnum opulus)

A.K.A.,: High Cranberry, Snowball Tree.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-abortive, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Sedative, Tonic.

PART USED: The Bark, with the inner bark being preferable.


CRESS
(SEE WATERCRESS)


CULVER'S ROOT
(Veronicastrum virgincum)

A.K.A.,: Bowman's Root, Black Root, Physic Root, Culver's physic.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Emetic, Hepatic, Laxative, Tonic.

PART USED: Dried Root.


CYANI
(Centaurea cyanus)

A.K.A.,: Cornflower, Bachelor's-button, Bluebottle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Diuretic, Tonic.

PART USED: The Whole Herb.


DAMIANA
(Turnera aphrodisiac)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic (Urinary), Aperient, Aphrodisiac, Aromatic, Bitter, Diuretic, Hormonal, Laxative, Nervine, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves and stems.


DANDELION
(Taraxacum officinale)

A.K.A.,: Lion's Tooth, Priest's Cown, Puffball.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-rheumatic, Aperient, Bitter, Blood purifier, Calcium solvent, Cholagogue, Deobstruent, Depurative, Diuretic, Galactagogue, Hepatic, Intoxicant, Laxative, Nutritive, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic-general.

PART USED: The whole plant, especially the leaves and root.


DEVIL'S CLAW
(Harpagophytum procumbens)

A.K.A.,: Grapple Plant.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative (blood purifier), Analgesic, Anti-arthritic, Anti-inflammatory, Anodyne, Anti-phlogistic, Anti-rheumatic, Bitter tonic, Cholagogue.

PART USED: Root.


DONG QUAI
(Angelica sinensis)

A.K.A.,: Tang-kuei, Woman's herb.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anti-spasmodic, Bitter, Blood tonic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hormonal-female, Laxative, Oxytocic, Sedative, Uterine tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


DULSE
(SEE KELP)


ECHINACEA (full description)
(Echinacea purpurea)

A.K.A.,: Purple coneflower, Coneflower.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Antiviral, Carminative, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Immuno-stimulant, Mucilant, Sialagogue, Stimulant, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Root.

Historically, there has been some confusion between at least two varieties of Echinacea and Parthenium integrifolium. All three plants seem to have similar qualities and are easily confused. (See Echinacea integrifolium and Parthenium integrifolium) Echinacea has been called the King of the Blood Purifiers because it improves lymphatic filtration and drainage. It has been found to help remove toxins from the blood. Some have found it to be good for enlargement and weakness of the prostate gland.

Experiments have shown that the polysaccharides, fatty acids, and slycosides in echinacea strenghten the function of the immune system making it of vital necessity in all health problems.

Echinacea is one of the most useful herbs, available to Naturopathics, because it is a natural antibiotics and an alternative. It has been widely used as a retention clolonic in ulcerative colitis. Echinacea has benefited toxic headaches with vertigo and a confused mental state when this condition is caused by toxemia (an accumulation of systemic toxins).

Ever since Thomsonians, Echinacea has been known by herbalist as one of the best alteratives for detoxifying the blood. It cleanses the Lymphatic System, supporting the immune system. It is used to increase resistance to bronchitis and other like infections. Other uses are helpful in typhoid fever, cellular abscesses, carbuncles and cancer.

Extensive scientific research has been undertaken on Echinacea in the last twenty years. The results have indicated an antibiotic cortisone-like activity, assistance in synotival membrane healing, support of collagen through hyaluronic acid protection, stimulation of T-cell lymphocytes and tumor suppression.

Echinacea is one of the most potent herbs that support the immune system, and is useful for treating colds and flu. It has anti-biotic like, anti-viral like, and anti-imflammatory like properties. The active compounds in Echinacea is given to increase the ability of white blood cells to surround and destroy bacterial and viral invaders. Echinacea specifically strengthens the immune system against pathogenic infection by stimulating phagocytosis. T-cell formation; is amongst the most powerful and effective remedies against all kinds of bacterail and viral infections. There are no side effects noted when one takes a high intake of Echinacea.

HERB BENEFICIAL DURING PREGNANCY: AN IMMUNE SYSTEM STIMULANT TO HELP PREVENT INFECTIONS

ACNE
Abscesses
ANTIBIOTIC
ANTISEPTIC
BITES/STINGS, internal & external
BITES/STINGS, poisonous
Bladder infection
BLOOD BUILDER
BLOOD CLEANSER
BLOOD DISEASES
BLOOD POISONING
BLOOD PURIFIER
BOILS
Bronchitis
Cancer
Catarrhal Conditions
Carbuncles
Circulation
COLDS, fight infection
CONGESTION, lymphatic
CONTAGIOUS DISEASES
Digestion
DIPHTHERIA
EAR INFECTION
ECZEMA
Edema
EMPHYSEMA
FEVERS 		Flu
GANDRENOUS CONDITIONS
GARGLE
Gingivitis
GLANDS
GUMS, sore
Hemorrhage
IMMUNE DEFICIENCY
IMMUNE STIMULANT
INFECTIONS, external
INFECTIONS, prevents
Laryngitis
LYMPHATIC CONGESTION
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
Mouth odor
MOUTH SORES
MUCUS
Peritonitis
PROSTATE GLAND
Pyorrhea
SKIN ERUPTIONS
Sore Throat
Sores, septic
Syphilis
Tumors
TONSILLITIS
Tyhpoid fever
WOUNDS


ELDER FLOWER
(Sambucus spp.,)

A.K.A.,: American Elder.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Bitter, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic (mild), Laxative.

PART USED: Aged bark, flowers, berries, leaves.


ELECAMPANE
(Inula helenium)

A.K.A.,: Scabwort, Elf Dock.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-emetic, Anti-septic, Astringent, Bitter, Blood builder, Carminative, Diaphoretic (mild), Diuretic, Expectorant, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vermifuge, Vermicide.

PART USED: Root, Flower.


EUCALYPTUS
(Eucalyptus globulus)

A.K.A.,: Blue Gum Tree

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-biotic, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Deodorant, Expectorant, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark, Leaves, Seeds.


EYEBRIGHT
(Euphrasia officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Red Eyebright

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Bitter, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


FALES UNICORN
(Chamaelirium luteum)

A.K.A.,: Fairywand, Blazing Star.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Diuretic, Emetic (in large doses), Emmenagogue, Hormonal, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Tonic, Uterine tonic.

PART USED: Root.


FENNEL
(Foeniculum vulgare)

A.K.A.,: Sweet Fennel.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antacid, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


FENUGREEK
(Trigonella foenum-graecum)

A.K.A.,: Bird's Foot, Greek Hayseed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Aphrodisiac, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Demulcent, Emollient, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Hormonal, Laxative (bulk), Mucilant, Nutritive, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Seeds.


FEVERFEW
(Chrysanthemum parthenium)

A.K.A.,: Bachelor's-button, Featherfew.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial, Antipyretic, Aperient, Aromatic, Bitter, Carminative, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Tonic, Vasodilator.

PART USED: The whole plant.


FIGWORT
(Scrophularia nodosa)

A.K.A.,: Scrofula plant, Carpenter's Square.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Bitter, Demulcent, Diuretic, Laxative, Parasiticide, Circulatory Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


FOXGLOVE
(Digitalis purpurea)

A.K.A.,: Witch's Bells.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Cardiant, in overdose, it is a nauseate and emetic.

PART USED: Leaves.


FUMITORY
(Fumaria officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Earth Smoke

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Laxative, Stomachic, Bitter Tonic.

PART USED: The flowering herb.


GARCINIA
(Garcinia cambogia)

A.K.A.,: Mangosteen, Brindall Berries.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Anti-catarrhal, Demulcent, Thermogenesis.

PART USED: Fruit.


GARLIC
(Allium sativum)

A.K.A.,: Clove Garlic, Poor-man's-treacle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-biotic, Anti-catarrhal, Anti-fungal, Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-viral, Aromatic, Carminative, Cholagogue, Depurant, Diaphoretic, Digestant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Fungicide, Prophylactic, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


GENTIAN
(Gentiana lutea)

A.K.A.,: Bitterwort, Sampson's Snakeroot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bilious, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Bitter, Cholagogue, Digestant, Laxative-mild, Parasiticide, Sialagogue, Gastric Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


GINGER
(Zingiber officinale)

A.K.A.,: African Ginger.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Antacid, Anti-emetic, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Aperitive, Aromatic, Carminative, Diaphoretic (if taken hot), Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Rubefacient, Sialagogue, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


GINKGO
(Ginkgo biloba)

A.K.A.,: Maidenhair tree.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Anti-fungal, Anti-oxidant, Anti-tussive, Astringent, Bitter, Expectorant, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Circulatory Stimulant, Vaso-dilator.

PART USED: Leaves, seeds.


GINSENG
(Panax schinseng)

A.K.A.,: PANAX quinquefolium (American Ginseng), PANAX schin-seng (Korean or Asiatic Ginseng), PANAX pseudoginseng (Tienchi Ginseng).

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Aphrodisiac, Cell Proliferant, Demulcent, Digestant, Diuretic, Expectorant, Nervine, Nutritive, Rejuvenative, Immuno-Stimulant, Cardiotonic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


GINSENG, WILD AMERICAN
(Panax quinquefolium)


BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Aphrodisiac, Cell Proliferant, Demulcent, Digestant, Expectorant, Nervine, Nutritive, Rejuvenative, Immumo-stimulant, Cardiotonic, Tonic,

PART USED: The Root.


GINSENG, SIBERIAN
(Eleutherococcus senticosus)

A.K.A.,: Taiga root, Tough-Me-Not, Devil's Bush.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Anti-rheumatic, Antispasmodic, Aperitive, Aphrodisiac, Calmative, Cardio-tonic, Hypertensive, Immumo-Stimulant, Prophylactic, Tonic, Vasodilator.

PART USED: Root.


GINSENG, TIENCHI
(Panax pseudoginseng)


BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anodyne, Cell Proliferant, Digestant, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Immuno-Stimulant, Nutritive, Tonic.

PART USED: The Root.


GLUCOMANNAN
(Amorphophallus konjak)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Bulking agent, Digestant.

PART USED: Root.


GOLDEN ROD
(Solidago canadensis)

A.K.A.,: Blue Mountain Tea

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-catarrhal, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic.

PART USED: Flowering tops, leaves.


GOLDEN SEAL
(Hydrastis canadensis)

A.K.A.,: Seal-all, Golden Thread, Yellow Root, Indian Dye.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antacid, Anti-bilious, Anti-bacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-catarrhal, Anti-periodic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Anti-syphyilitic, Aperitive, Astringent, Bitter, Cholagogue, Depurant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Hepatic, Laxative, Nervine, Ophthalmic, Pectoral, Prophylactic, Immuno-Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


GOTU KOLA
(Hydrocotyle asiatica)

A.K.A.,: Indian Pennywort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogenic, Alterative, Anti-pyretic, Diuretic, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Brain Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


GRAPEFRUIT SEED
(SEE SECTION ON EXTRACTS)


GUMWEED
(Grindelia spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Tar Weed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Bitter, Demulcent, Diuretic (moderately), Expectorant, Respiratory Stimulant, Sedative.

PART USED: Flowering top and leaves.


GUARANA
(Paullinia cupana)

A.K.A.,: Brazilian Cocoa.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Aphrodisiac, Febrifuge, Narcotic (slightly), Nervine, Nutritive, Stimulant.

PART USED: Crushed seeds.


GUAR GUM
(Cyamopsis tetragonoloba)

A.K.A.,: Laxative (mildly), Mucilant.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Laxative (mildly), Mucilant.

PART USED: Bean.


GRAVEL ROOT
(See Queen of the Meadow)


GUGGUL
(Commiphora mukul)

A.K.A.,: Gum Gugal

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Cardiotonic, Diuretic.

PART USED: Gum resin.


GYMNEMA SYLESTRE

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Digestant, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


HAWTHORN
(Crataegus oxycntha)

A.K.A.,: English Hawthorn, Mayflower, May Bush, Mayblossom.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cardiac, Digestant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hypertensive, Hypotensive, Sedative, Cardi-tonic, Tonic.

PART USED: Berries and Bark.


HOPS
(Humulus lupulus)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Bitter, Calmative, Carminative, Cholagogue, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Soporific, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Flowers, leaves.


HOREHOUND
(Marrubium vulgare)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-tussive, Aromatic, Bitter, Diaphoretic, Diuretic-mild, Expectorant, Laxative, Parasiticide (large doses), Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The Herb.


HORSERADISH
(Cochlearia armoracia)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibiotic, Antiseptic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Laxative (mild), Parasiticide, Rubefacient, Sialagogue, Stimulant, Stomachic.

PART USED: Root.


HORSETAIL
(Equisetum arvense)

A.K.A.,: Shavegrass, Bottlebrush, Dutch Rushes.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue-mild, Galactagogue, Hemostatic, Lithotriptic, Nutritive, Parasiticide, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


HO-SHOU-WU
(Polygonum multiflorum)

A.K.A.,: Fo-Ti.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Aromatic, Astringent, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Diuretic, Hormonal, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


HYDRANGEA
(Hydrangea Arborescens)

A.K.A.,: Seven Barks.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-lithic, Bitter, Calcium Solvent, Cathartic, Diuretic, Lithotriptic, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves and Root.


Hyssop
(Hyssopus officinalis)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-viral, Aromatic, Carminative, Cathartic, Diaphoretic, Expectorant, Hepatic, Nervine, Parasiticide, Pectoral, Sedative, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


ICELAND MOSS
(Cetraria islandica)

A.K.A.,: Eryngo-leaved liverwort, Iceland Lichen.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-emetic, Demulcent, Expectorant, Mucilant, Nutritive, Pectoral, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant. (It is a Lichen)



IRISH MOSS
(Chondrus crispus)

A.K.A.,: Carrageenin, Red-Sea Weed, Chondrus.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-tussive, Demulcent, Emollient, Laxative-mild, Mucilant, Nutritive, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant, died plant.


JOJOBA
(See Oils Section)


JUNIPER
(Juniperus spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Dwarf Juniper, Ground Juniper.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Anti-fungal, Anti-rheumatic, Urinary Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Lithotriptic, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Digestive Tonic.

PART USED: Berries.


KAVA KAVA
(Piper methysticum)

A.K.A.,: Kawa.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anesthetic, Anodyne, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aphrodisiac (female), Bitter, Diuretic, Nervine, Relaxant, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


KELP
(Fucus vesiculosus)

A.K.A.,: Sea Weed, Bladderwrack.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-rheumatic, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Nutritive, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


KELP, NORWEGIAN
(Fucus Vesiculosis)

A.K.A.,: Sea Weed.


LADY'S SLIPPER
(Cypripedium pubescens)

A.K.A.,: American Valerian, Moccasin Flower, Nerve Root, Noah's Ark.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-periodic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Hypnotic, Nervine, Relaxant, Sedative, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


LEMON GRASS
(Cymbopogon citracus)

A.K.A.,: Oil Grass, Fever-grass.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Carminative, Expectorant, Febrifuge.

PART USED: Leaves.


LICORICE
(Glycyrrhiza glabra)

A.K.A.,: Licorice Root, Sweet Wood.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Aperient, Aphrodisiac, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Hormonal-Adrenal, Hypertensive, Laxative (mild), Pectoral, Sialogogue, Stimulant (slightly), Tonic-Glandular, Sugar Substitute.

PART USED: Root.


LILY OF THE VALLEY
(Convallaria majalis)

A.K.A.,: May Lily, Our Lady's Tears, Jacob's Ladder, Ladder-to-Heaven.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Cardiac tonic, Diuretic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


LOBELIA
(Lobelia inflata)

A.K.A.,: Bladderpod, Indian Tobacco, Asthma Weed, Pukeweed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cathartic, Counter-irritant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Nervine, Sedative.

PART USED: The whole plant.


MA HUANG
(Ephedra sinica)

A.K.A.,: Ephedra, Yellow River, General of Respiration.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Y Bronchiodilator, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Y Diuretic, Expectorant, Y Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Y Tonic, Vasoconstrictor.

PART USED: Whole Herb.


MALE FERN
(Dryopteris filix-mas)

A.K.A.,: Bear's Paw, Knotty Brake, Shield Fern.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Cardiac depressant, Parasiticide, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Root.


MANDRAKE
(Podophyllum peltatum)

A.K.A.,: May Apple, Raccoon Berry, Indian Apple, Duck's Foot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bilious, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Emetic, Hepatic, Hydrogogue, Parasiticide, Tonic.

PART USED: Root, Resin.


MARJORAM
(Origanum vulgare)

A.K.A.,: Mountain Mint, Wintersweet.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: The Herb.


MARSHMALLOW
(Althaea officinalis)

A.K.A.,: White Mallow, Mortification root, Sweetweed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Absorbent-soothing, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Galactagogue, Laxative, Lithotriptic, Mucilant, Nutritive, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


MILK THISTLE
(Silybum marianum)

A.K.A.,: Marian Thistle, Our Lady's Thistle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Cholagogue, Demulcent, Galactogogue, Hepatic, Nervine, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Ripe Seeds.


MISTLETOE
(Viscum flavescens-American Mistletoe)(Viscum album-European Mistletoe) (Phoradendron Flavacens)

A.K.A.,: American Mistletoe, Birdlime, Golden Bough.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Cardiac depressant, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Hypotensive, Nervine, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: The Leaves.


MORMON TEA
(See Ma Huang)


MUGWORT
(Artemisia vulgaris)

A.K.A.,: St. Johns Plant.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Narcotic (mild), Nervine, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic (bitter).

PART USED: The whole plant.


MULLEIN
(Verbascum thapsus)

A.K.A.,: Bunny Ears, Jacob's-Staff, Flannel Flower, Velvet Leaf.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tussive, Astringent, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Leaves, flowers.


MUSHROOMS

REISHI
(Ganoderma lucidum)

A.K.A.,: Ling-zhi.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Alterative, Anti-allergenic, Anti-tumor, Anti-viral, Nervine, Relaxant, Stimulant, Immune tonic.

PART USED: Body and Stem.


SHIITAKE
(Lentinus edodes)

A.K.A.,: Forest mushroom.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Immuno-stimulant.

PART USED: Stems and Caps.


MUSTARD
(Brassica nigra-Black mustard) (Sinapis alba-White mustard)

A.K.A.,: Black mustard, White mustard.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Carminative, Diuretic, Emetic-in large doses, Expectorant, Irritant, Rubafacient, Stimulant.

PART USED: Seeds.


MYRRH
(Balsamodendron myrrha, Commiphora myrrha, C. molmol)

A.K.A.,: Gum Myrrh.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antibiotic, Anti-Catarrh, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cardiac, Carminative, Disinfectant, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Stimulant, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Resin.


NETTLE
(Urtica dioica)

A.K.A.,: Great Stinging Nettle.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Galactagogue, Hemostatic, Nutritive, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves (hairs on leaf).


OATSTRAW
(Avena sativa)

A.K.A.,: Common Oat, Groats.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-depressant, Anti-spasmodic, Demulcent, Nervine, Nutritive, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Stems, Seeds, Flowers.


OREGON GRAPE
(Berberis aquifolium)

A.K.A.,: Mountain Grape.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-scorbutic, Antiseptic, Anti-syphilitic, Blood purifier, Cholagogue, Depurative, Hepatic, Laxative, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


PAN PIEN LIEN
(Ban Bian Lian, Lobelia chinensis)

A.K.A.,: Chinese Lobelia.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cathartic, Counter-irritant, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Nervine, Sedative.

PART USED: Leaves.


PAPAYA
(Carica papaya)

A.K.A.,: Medicine Tree, Melon Tree, Custard Apple, Pawpaw.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Cardiac, Digestant, Embryo-toxic, Expectorant, Nutritive, Parasiticide, Stomachic.

PART USED: Fruit, Seeds and leaves.


PARSLEY
(Petroselinum sativum)

A.K.A.,: Garden Parsley, Rock, Parsley.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-rheumatic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aperient, Calcium solvent, Carminative (slightly), Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Lithotriptic, Nervine, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves, roots and seeds.


PARTHENIUM
(Parthenium integrifolium)

A.K.A.,: Wild Quinine, Prairie Dock, Missouri Snakeroot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-venomous, Diuretic, Mucilant.

PART USED: Root.


PASSION FLOWER
(Passiflora incarnata)

A.K.A.,: Passion Vine, Maypops, Purple Passion Flower.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Hypotensive, Nervine, Sedative (mild)

PART USED: The Leaves and Fruit.


PAU D' ARCO
(Tabebuia heptaphylla)

A.K.A.,: Taheebo, Lapacho, Ipe Roxo.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-bacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-diabetic, Anti-dotal, Anti-Fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-microbial, Anti-neoplastic, Antiseptic, Anti-tumor, Anti-viral, Astringent, Bitter tonic, Blood purifier, Digestive, Diuretic, Fungicide, Hypotensive, Parasiticide.

PART USED: Inner Bark.


PEACH BARK
(Prunus persica)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antibiotic, Anti-cancer, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Carminative, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Laxative, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stomachic.

PART USED: Bark, Leaves, Seeds and Flower.


PENNYROYAL
(Mentha pulegium, Hedeoma pulegiodes)

A.K.A.,: European Pennyroyal/American Pennyroyal, respectively/European - Pudding Grass, American - Squaw Mint.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-spasmodic, Anti-venomous, Aromatic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative (mild), Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


PEPPERMINT
(Menta piperita)

A.K.A.,: Brandy mint, Balm mint, Curled mint.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative (mild), Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-bacterial, Anti-microbial, Anti-nauseate, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-viral, Aromatic, Astringent, Calmative, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Febrifuge, Nervine, Rubefacient, Sedative, Stimulant (gastric), Stomachic, Tonic, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Sudorific.

PART USED: Leaves, stem, oil.


PERIWINKLE
(Vinca major, V. Minor) (Catharanthus roseus)

A.K.A.,: (Greater Periwinkel, Hundred Eyes) (Common Periwinkel, Myrtle) respectively, (Madagascar Periwinkle)

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-neoplastic, Astringent, Hemostatic, Nervine, Sedative.

PART USED: The whole plant.


PINE TREE BARK
(Pinus maritima)

A.K.A.,: French Maritime Pine Tree, (Pycongenol-Trademark)

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Stimulant.

PART USED: Bark.


PLANTAIN
(Plantago spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Common Plantain, Ripple Grass, White manfoot, Cuckoo's bread.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-syphilitic, Anti-venomous, Aperient, Astringent (mildly), Demulcent, Deobstruent, Depurant, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Parasiticide, Refrigerant, Styptic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


PLEURISY ROOT
(Asclepias tuberosa)

A.K.A.,: Butterfly Weed, Wind Root, Colic Root, Silkweed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Anti-spasmodic, Carminative (mildly), Cathartic (mildly-large doses), Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emetic (large doses), Expectorant, Nervine (slightly sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


POKE
(Phytolacca decandra)

A.K.A.,: Pokeroot.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anodyne, Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-scorbutic, Anti-syphilitic, Anti-tumor, Cathartic, Emetic, Parasiticide.

PART USED: Root and Berries.


PRICKLY ASH
(Zanthoxylum americanum)

A.K.A.,: Toothache bark, Angelica Tree, Yellow Wood.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic (mildly), Astringent, Carminative, Deobstruent, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, Rubefacient, Sialagogue, Stimulant (cardiac), Tonic.

PART USED: Root, Bark, Berries.


PSYLLIUM
(Plantago psyllium, P. ovata, Psyllium ovata)

A.K.A.,: Fleaseed, Fleawort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Absorbent, Demulcent, Lubricating Bulk Laxative, Mucilant. (The outer husks are used as a bulk-fiber laxative, and are not as irritating as the seeds while the whole seed is a lubricating laxative.)

PART USED: Seeds and Husks (Hulls).


PUMPKIN
(Cucurbita pepo)

A.K.A.,: Pumpkin seeds, Field Pumpkin.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Demulcent, Diuretic (mild), Laxative, Nutritive, Parasiticide, Taenifuge, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Seeds.


PYGEUM
(Prumus africana)

A.K.A.,: Pygeum Africanum.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Hormonal.

PART USED: Bark.


QUEEN OF THE MEADOW
(Eupatorium purpureum)

A.K.A.,: Gravel root, Joe-Pye Weed, Kidney Root.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibiotic (mildly), Antiseptic, Anti-lithic, Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Lithotropic (dissolves stones), Nervine, Relaxant, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves, Root.


RED CLOVER
(Trifolium pratense)

A.K.A.,: Purple Clover, Wild Clover, Trefoil, Cow Grass.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antibiotic (mild), Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Anti-fungal, Anti-microbial, Anti-neoplastic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Blood Purifier, Depurant, Diuretic, Expectorant, Female Tonic, Laxative, Nutritive, Sedative Stimulant (mild).

PART USED: Flowers, Leaves, Blossoms.


RED RASPBERRY
(Rubus idaeus)

A.K.A.,: Garden Raspberry.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative (mild), Anti-abortive, Anti-emetic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cardiac, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Laxative, Oxytocic, Parturient, Refrigerant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Leaves, Fruit.


REISHI
(See Mushroom)


RHUBARB
(Rheum palmatum, R. officinale)

A.K.A.,: Chinese rhubarb, Da huang, Turkey rhubarb.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-inflammatory (extract), Anti-microbial (extract), Anti-tumor, Astringent, Cathartic, Diuretic, Hypotensive (extract), Stomachic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Root, Stems.


ROSE HIPS
(Rosa canina)

A.K.A.,: Hip Tree, Wild Brier, Dog Brier.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-microbial, Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Anti-scorbutic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent (mild), Diuretic (mild), Laxative (mild), Nutritive, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Fruit.


ROSEMARY
(Rosmarinus officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Compass-weed, Poplar Plant, Old Man.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic (mild), Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Nervine, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


SAFFLOWER
(Carthamus tinctorius)

A.K.A.,: American Saffron, False Saffron.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative (mild), Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Carminative, Diaphoretic (mild), Digestive, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Laxative.

PART USED: Flowers.


SAFFRON
(Crocus Sativus)

A.K.A.,: Spanish Saffron, Autumn Crocus.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-spasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Rejuvenative, Stimulant.

PART USED: Flowers (stigma), Seeds.


SAGE
(Salvia officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Garden Sage, Common Sage.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-galactagogue (lactation inhibitor), Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Tonic (mild), Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


ST. JOHNS WORT
(Hypericum perforatum)

A.K.A.,: Goatweed, Klamath Weed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-depressant, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Anti-viral, Aromatic, Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Nervine, Sedative, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The Herb.


SARSAPARILLA
(Smilax officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Honduras Sarsaparilla.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Antiseptic, Anti-syphilitic, Aromatic, Blood Purifier, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Hormonal, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark, Root.


SASSAFRAS
(Sassafras officinalis, S. albidium)

A.K.A.,: Ague Tree, Smelling-stick, Cinnamonwood.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-rheumatic, Aromatic, Blood Purifier, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Parasiticide, Stimulant.

PART USED: Root, Bark.


SAW PALMETTO
(Serenoa repens)

A.K.A.,: Windmill Palm, Sawtooth Palm.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-catarrhal, Anti-galactagogue, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aphrodisiac (mild), Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Hormonal, Nervine, Nutritive, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Berries.


SCHIZANDRA
(Schisandra chinensis)

A.K.A.,: Chinese (Wu Wei Zi)

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Antiseptic, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Bitter, Expectorant, Sedative, Tonic (urogenital & hepatic)

PART USED: The Berries.


SENECA
(Polygala senega)

A.K.A.,: Senega Snake Root, Mountain Flax, Mildwort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Diaphoretic, Diuretic (mild), Emmenagogue (mild), Expectorant, Stimulant, in large doses, Cathartic and Emetic.

PART USED: The Root.


SHEPHERD'S PURSE
(Capsella bursa-pastoris)

A.K.A.,: Caseweed, Mother's-heart, Shepherd's Sprout, Shovelweed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-hemorrhagic, Anti-pyretic, Astringent, Diuretic, Hemostatic, Laxative, Stimulant, Styptic, Urinary antiseptic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


SHIITAKE
(See mushrooms)


SIBERIAN GINSENG
(See Ginseng)


SLIPPERY ELM
(Ulmus fulva)

A.K.A.,: Indian Elm, Red Elm, Rock Elm, Moose Elm.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent (mild), Demulcent, Digestive, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Nutritive tonic, Pectoral, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Inner Bark.


SPEARMINT
(Mentha spicata)

A.K.A.,: Garden mint.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative (mild), Anti-emetic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Calmative, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, (mild), Nervine, Y Stimulant, Stomachic.

PART USED: Leaves or the entire herb.


SPIRULINA
(Algae pratensis)

A.K.A.,: Blue-Green-Algae.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Nutritive, Polarity (corrects), Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


SQUAW VINE
(Mitchella repens)

A.K.A.,: Checkerberry, Partridgeberry.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Astringent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Parturient (childbirth), Uterine Tonic.

PART USED: The entire Herb.


STEVIA
(Stevia rebaudiana)

A.K.A.,: Sweet Herb.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Sugar substitute. Affects the pancreas and adrenals.

PART USED: Leaves.


STILLINGIA
(Stillingia sylvatica)

A.K.A.,: Queen's Delight, Queen's Root, Silver Leaf, Yaw Root.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Expectorant, in large doses: Emetic, Cathartic, Cholagogue.

PART USED: The Root.


SUMA
(Pfaffia paniculata)

A.K.A.,: Brazilian Ginseng.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Adaptogen, Demulcent, Energy Tonic, Immuno-stimulant, Nutrient.

PART USED: Bark and Root.


TAHEEBO
(See Pau D'Arco)

THYME
(Thymus vulgaris)

A.K.A.,: Garden Thyme.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Disinfectant, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: The whole plant.


USNEA
(Usnea barbata)

A.K.A.,: Beard lichen, Old Man's Beard.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-bacterial, Antibiotic, Anti-fungal, Anti-viral, Astringent, Diuretic, Parasiticide, Tonic, Tuberculostatic.

PART USED: The whole plant, which is a lichen growing on branches of trees.


UVA URSI
(Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

A.K.A.,: Bearberry, Kinnikinnick (American Indian name), Bear's Grape, Coralillo (Mexico).

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-lithic, Aromatic, Astringent, Disinfectant, Diuretic, Lithontriptic, Sedative (renal), Stimulant (mild), Tonic, Urinary Antiseptic.

PART USED: Leaves.


VALERIAN
(Valeriana officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Capon's Tail, All-heal, Garden Heliotrope, English Valerian.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne (mild), Anti-diuretic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Carminative, Cathartic, Diuretic, Hypnotic, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


VERVAIN
(Verbena officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Herb-of-the-Cross, Pigeon's Grass, Wild Hyssop.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Galactogogue, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Tops.


VIOLET
(Viola odorata)

A.K.A.,: Sweet Violet.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-neoplastic, Anti-pyretic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Demulcent, Expectorant, Vulnerary. Larges doses: Emetic.

PART USED: Flowers and Leaves.


WATERCRESS
(Nasturtium officinale)

A.K.A.,: Scurvy Grass.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-scorbutic, Bitter, Blood purifier, Depurative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Laxative, Nutritive, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


WHEATGRASS
(Poaceae spp.) (See Chlorophyll)

A.K.A.,: Bluebunch (spicatum), Western (smithii), Crested (cristatum), Desert (desertorum), Slender (trachycaulum).

BODILY INFLUENCE: Blood Cleanser, Blood Builder, Blood Purifier. Nutritive tonic.

PART USED: The tender blade (the first 5-7 inches before the first joint appears) as soil-grown wheat.


WHITE OAK BARK
(Quercus alba)

A.K.A.,: Tanner's-oak.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Astringent, Hemostatic, Parasiticide, Tonic.

PART USED: Inner Bark, Leaves, Acorns.


WHITE PINE BARK
(Pinus strobus)

A.K.A.,: Pumpkin Pine, Soft Pine.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Antiseptic, Aromatic, Astringent, Expectorant, Circulatory Stimulant.

PART USED: Inner Bark.


WHITE WILLOW BARK
(See Willow)


WILD CHERRY BARK
(Prunus virginiana, P. serotina)

A.K.A.,: Chokecherry.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-tussive, Aromatic, Astringent, Bitter, Carminative, Expectorant, Nervine, Parasiticide, Pectoral, Sedative, Stomachic, Stimulant, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark.


WILD LETTUCE
(Lactuca spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Opium Lettuce, Prickly Lettuce, Horse Thistle, Compass Plant.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anodyne, Bitter, Diuretic, Hypnotic, Narcotic, Nervine, Sedative (mild).

PART USED: Milky latex.


WILD YAM
(Dioscorea villosa)

A.K.A.,: Colic Root, Devil's Bones, Mexican Wild Yam, Rheumatism Root.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-bilious, Anti-catarrhal, Anti-emetic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Carminative, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Expectorant, Hepatic, Laxative, Nervine, Relaxant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


WILLOW
(Salix alba)

A.K.A.,: White Willow, Red Willow.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-periodic, Anti-pyertic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Astringent, Bitter, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Tonic. Vermifuge.

PART USED: Bark.


WINTERGREEN
(Gaultheria procumbens)

A.K.A.,: Teaberry, Boxberry, Mountain Tea.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-pyertic, Anti-rheumatic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Astringent, Diuretic, Expectorant, Rubefacient (counter-irritant).

PART USED: The whole plant.


WITCH HAZEL
(Hamamelis virginiana) LT OK

A.K.A.,: Snapping Hazelnut, Winterbloom.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Astringent, Hemostatic, Sedative, Styptic, Tonic.

PART USED: Bark, Leaves, Twigs.


WOOD BETONY
(Betonica officinalis, Stachys officinalis)

A.K.A.,: Bishopwort, Lousewort, Beefsteak Plant.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-scorbutic, Aperient, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Hepatic, Nervine, Parasiticide, Sedative, Stomachic, Bitter Tonic.

PART USED: The whole plant.


WORMWOOD
(Artemisia absinthium)

A.K.A.,: Pasture Sagewort.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-bilious, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Anti-venomous, Aromatic, Bitter, Carminative, Cholagogue, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Hemostatic, Hepatic, Narcotic, Parasiticide, Stimulant, Stomachic, Styptic, Tonic, Vermifuge.

PART USED: Root, Leaves, Flowering tops.


YARROW
(Achillea millefolium)

A.K.A.,: Bloodwort, Thousand-leaf, Milfoil (French), Milefolia (Spanish).

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alliterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-pyertic, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Aromatic, Astringent, Carminative, Y Diaphoretic, Digestant, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Stimulant, Stomachic, Styptic, Tonic, Vulnerary.

PART USED: Leaves, Flowering tops.


YELLOW DOCK
(Rumex crispus)

A.K.A.,: Curled Dock, Sour Dock Garden patience, Narrow Dock.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-scorbutic, Anti-scrofulous, Anti-syphilitic, Astringent, Bitter, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Depurative, Hepatic, Laxative, Nutritive (leaves), Tonic.

PART USED: Root.


YERBA SANTA
(Eriodictyon spp.,)

A.K.A.,: Sacred Herb, Mountain Balm, Bear's Weed, Consumptive Weed.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Aromatic, Astringent, Bitter, Carminative, Expectorant, Sialagogue, Stimulant, Stomachic.

PART USED: Leaves.


YOHIMBE
(Pausinystalia johimbe)

A.K.A.,: NONE

BODILY INFLUENCE: Aphrodisiac.

PART USED: Bark.


YUCCA
(Yucca Baccata, Y. glauca)

A.K.A.,: Spanish Dagger, Soapweed, Respectively.

BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Astringent, Bitter, Blood Purifier, Laxative.

PART USED: Root.