Loose Herbs, Roots and Spices

Latin Name: Juglans nigra Common Names: Black Walnut Hull, Black Walnut Hulls Dried Juglans nigra may be taken in a capsule or used to create a tincture or liquid extract; however the taste is quite bitter. It has long been important in Russian fol…

Makes a beautiful deep blue tea for lifting the mood and relaxing the soul.  

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 of aspirin. It is aromatic, anti-inflammatory,...

Botanical Name: Senna alexandrina This dried herb may help to increase peristaltic movements of the colon and is commonly used as a purgative. It should not be used if you are pregnant or nursing, nor should it be used if you have abdominal pain or..…

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 properties

Botanical name: Eschscholzia californica California poppy is used for trouble sleeping (insomnia), aches, nervous agitation, bed-wetting in children, and diseases of the bladder and liver. It is also used to promote relaxation. *These statements ha…

Botanical Name: Chrysanthemum morifolium Chrysanthemum Flowers are not only beautiful to look at, but when cut, dried and ground, may have therapeutic benefits as a bulk herb. Chrysanthemum is used to treat chest pain, high blood pressure, type 2...

Latin Name: Dioscorea villosaWild Yam is used for relief of nervous system irritation, abdominal cramps, menstrual cramps, after-pains of labor, and nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug.…

Latin Name: Galium aparine Common Names: Cleaver's herb Cleavers may be used safely in a wide range of problems where the lymphatic system is involved. These include swollen glands (lymphadenitis) anywhere in the body, especially in tonsillitis and..…

Botanical Name: Alchemilla vulgaris Lady's Mantle herb possesses potent astringent effects. Lady's mantle has been used topically and internally, as a treatment for wounds, gastrointestinal complaints, and female ailments. Its tannin content appears…