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Ajwain Seed |
Trachyspermum ammi |
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The high concentration of essential oils in ajwain seeds, primarily thymol, give them an aroma and flavor resembling thyme, with a stronger bite ...
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Andrographis |
Andrographis paniculata |
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leaves and roots :
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Andrographis paniculata is an herb native to the Indian subcontinent and is used in Ayurveda,the ancient (before 2500 b.c.) I ...
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Angelica |
Angelica archagelica |
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Its virtues are praised by old writers,as well as the folk-lore of all North European countries. The fruit, leaf, and root of angelica stimulate dige ...
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Anise |
Pimpinella anisum |
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seeds :
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Anise's phytochemicals, including creosol and alpapinene, are apparent and well-established in preparations to break up congestion, ease coughing, an ...
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Apple |
Malus domestica |
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In addition to the fruit of the apple tree, its bark, flowers, and leaves all have healthy properties ...
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Artichoke, Globe |
Cynara scolymus |
| perennial thistle :
Flower heads as vegetable, dried leaves medicinal :
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The artichoke is a common vegetable that also had traditional uses in herbal medicine ...
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Bergamot |
Citrus begamia |
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Essence expressed from peel :
Asia :
The fresh, uplifting scent of bergamot essential oil is used to stabilize the emotions, calm and tone the nervous system, relieve tension and insomnia ...
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Black Pepper |
Piper nigrum |
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dried peppercorns :
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Black peppers are culitivated in malabar, Java, Sumatra, and Penang. Black pepper oil is hot, warming and very yang ...
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Blessed Thistle |
Carbenia benedictus |
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Root, aerial parts and seeds :
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Medieval monks held this plant in high esteem, as the name suggests and considered it a cure for everything from smallpox to ...
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Boldo |
Peumus boldus Molina |
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leaves :
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The Incas used the herb to treat are used to treat bladder and urinary tract infections, the same uses as you will find it recommended for today ...
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Caraway |
Carum carvi |
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Seeds, Essential Oil :
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The familiar seed that adorn dark rye bread is a member of the carrot family, and all parts are edible, roots, leaves and see ...
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Cardamom |
Elettaria cardamonuum |
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Cardamom in known primarily a tonic to the digestive system, kills the bacteria responsible for bad breath, and is well know for relief of nausea. As ...
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Cayenne Pepper |
Capsicum minimum |
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Fruit, ripe and dried :
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Capsicum, an extract from cayenne and other peppers, can dramatically reduce chronic nerve pain, and along with it's anti-inflammatory actions it is ...
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Centaury |
Centaurium erythraea |
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bitter tonic effect on the digestive system. A gentle laxative, and an excellent remedy for heartburn ...
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Chamomile |
Matricaria recutita |
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Flowers :
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The seemingly endless list of problems chamomile is said to help can all be traced to its effects of the nervous system and digestive system, as well ...
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Cinnamon |
Cinnamomum zeylanicum, C. aromaticum |
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Dried bark :
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The distinct, spicy aroma of cinnamon bark, Cassia, or Chinese cinnamon, is the spice sold as cinnamon in the United States. ...
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Clary Sage |
Salvia sclarea |
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Clary sage has a special affinity with the female system in general and is recommended for women ...
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Codonopsis Root |
Codonopsis pilosula |
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taproot :
China :
Codonopsis is a relatively inexpensive herb that is often substituted for Panax ginseng in herbal tonics. It is believed to have an action similar to ...
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Coleus Forskohlii |
Plectranthus barbatus |
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root :
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Traditional Ayurevedic medicinal plant used to treat high blood pressure, help in losing weight, improving digestion and nutrient absorption, fighting ...
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Coriander |
Corlandrum sativum |
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As an aromatic stimulant and spice, it has been cultivated and used since very ancient times. It was employed by Hippocrates ...
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Cumin |
Cuminum cyminum |
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Cumin is aromatic, containing up to 4 percent essential oil, warm, spicy and slightly sweet. ...
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Dandelion |
Taraxacum officinale |
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Like burdock, dandelion root helps the body dispose of unwanted skin bacteria. It also stimulates digestion and supports the liver. ...
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Dill |
Anethum graveoleus |
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Dill is good for treatment of gas and nausea , especially from sudden changes in diet, or a bad reaction to spicy food. ...
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Fennel |
Foeniculum vulgare |
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Seeds, leaves, roots, oil - the whole plant :
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The uses for fennel go far beyond the kitchen however, fennel has been used as a medicinal herb by the early Romans and Greeks. ...
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Fumitory |
Fumaria officinalis |
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Aerial parts :
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The main medical use of fumitory is in eruptive skin diseases such as eczema. ...
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Gentian |
Gentiana lutea |
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Dried root and rhizome :
Ayurvedic,Greek, TCM :
The herb has been used in European herbal medicine throughout the 3,000 years since its discovery as a bitter tonic. ...
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Ginger |
Zingiber officinale |
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Root :
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Perhaps no other herb, except garlic, crosses all barriers, foods versus medicine, Western versus Oriental, scientific versus folk tradition. Ginger i ...
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Horehound |
Marrubium vulgare L. |
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Aerial parts :
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The Egyptians and Romans esteemed Horehound for coughs and colds, the same uses as it is recommend by modern herbalists ...
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Jambul |
Eugenia Jambolana |
| evergreen tropical tree :
Seeds, leaves, and bark :
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Practitioners of Ayurveda in India value jambul for lowering blood sugar and researchers are investigating its potential as a male contraceptive. ...
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Jasmine |
Jasminum officinale |
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Essence obtained from flowers :
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In aromatherapy, jasmine absolute oil in used to uplift the spirits in cases of apathy, depression, menopausal disorders, and lack of confidence ...
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Licorice |
Glycyrrhiza glabra |
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Many herbalists regard licorice as a natural alternative to hydrocortisone and it is used in many formulations to activate and increase the effects of ...
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Mugwort |
Artemisia vulgaris |
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Leaves, roots :
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Mugwort is a close relative to wormwood , Artemisai absinthium. Sometimes overlooked for more "flashy" herbs in this current day, it is still a favori ...
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Papaya |
Carica papaya |
| Tropical tree-like plant :
fruit,seeds :
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Papaya fruit offers not only the luscious taste but is a rich source of antioxidants. Papaya leaf is used as a dewormer. ...
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Parsley |
Petroselinum crispum |
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Of the variety crispum, or curled-leaved there are thirty-seven variations, the most valuable are those of compact habit ...
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Pineapple |
Ananas comosus |
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Fruit, stem :
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Pineapple has been used as a medicinal plant in several native cultures. Pineapple contains a proteolytic enzyme bromelain, which digests food by brea ...
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Sage |
Salvia officinalis |
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Leaves, small stems and flowers :
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Sage is an excellent and safe natural disinfectant. The antimicrobial action of thujone, a compound found in the volatile oil, works against bacterial ...
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Savory, Winter, Summer |
Satureja montana, S. hortensis |
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All aerial parts :
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Savory is a carminative herb recommend for gas and digestive upsets, including colic, diarrhea and indigestion. ...
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Spearmint |
Mentha spicata |
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Leaves, essential oil :
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Spearmint has much the same properties as peppermint, but is milder and good for use with children's complaints ...
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Watercress |
Nasturtium officinale |
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Stems and leaves :
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Watercress is a nutritional culinary food that can also be considered a medicinal plant ...
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Wormwood |
Artemisia absinthium L. |
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Aerial parts :
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Wormwood is used today mainly as a bitter tonic, and in natural pest control. ...
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