Loose Herbs, Roots and Spices

Latin Name: Spirea ulmaria Meadowsweet's high content of aspirin-like compounds (salicylic aldehyde and methyl salicylate) makes it an excellent analgesic and antirheumatic without the side effects...

Cumin Seed is probably best known as an ingredient used in a variety of Mexican and Indian recipes. Cumin is a good source of iron, can aid digestion, gas and bloating and has anti-carcinogenic...

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativum Coriander is the seed of the herb most Americans know as cilantro. Nowadays, coriander is used as a flavoring agent in pharmaceuticals, alcohol (vermouth, bitters,...

Latin Name: Rhamnus frangula Common Names: Buckthorn Bark Buckthorn contains an ingredient called anthraquinone.  Buckthorn is used as a health tonic and was traditionally used as a "blood...

Latin Name: Angelica archangelica Common Names: Angelica Root Cut and sifted angelica root and angelica root powder are largely used in the grocery trade, as well as for medicine, and are a popular...

Botanical Name: Betula pubescens Common Names: White Birch, Canoe Birch, Paper Birch Like other natural herbs, the bark of the Betula pubenscens or birch tree has many uses. It is high in a compound...

Botanical Name: Eleutherococcus senticosus Siberian Ginseng is an adaptogenic tonic that moderates harmful effects of physical and mental stress. It can enhance general health, as well as physical...

Latin Name: Tussilago farfara Common Names: Coltsfoot Leaf Despite serious safety concerns, people take coltsfoot for lung problems such as bronchitis, and asthma. They also take it for upper...

Botanical Name: Allium sativum Garlic has antiseptic and disinfectant properties.Garlic powder is also handy to have on hand for a variety of recipes. The powder form is especially useful in making...