Polygonatum spp. – Solomon’s Seal

Polygonatum spp. – Solomon’s Seal

PARTS USED: Root/Rhizome USES: Primary use is for Musculoskeletal Repairs and tones weak, damaged joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles, discs, vertebrae The only true musculoskeletal soother – lubricates all connective tissues and muscles, synovial cartilage, etc....
Plantago major  – Plantain

Plantago major – Plantain

PARTS USED: Aerial parts – leaf, seeds USES: An ancient remedy with known usage as far back as 4000 years ago. Used in Arabic and European medicine Healing properties – heals tissues; antimicrobial, especially topical Cuts and bruises Stings and bites Burns (as...
Ligusticum porteri – Osha

Ligusticum porteri – Osha

PARTS USED: Roots USES: Respiratory and ENT (Ears, Nose, Throat): Acute or chronic respiratory viruses and infections – colds, flu, bronchial pneumonia Asthma, COPD Relaxing Expectorant Breaks up phlegm Earaches Sinus congestion Sore throats (numbs) Improves gas...
Nepeta cataria – Catnip

Nepeta cataria – Catnip

PARTS USED: Leaf, flowering tops USES: Dyspepsia, flatulence, colic Great for children’s diarrhea Colds, flu Fevers Acute bronchitis Antispasmodic with muscle relaxant activity Can help with erectile dysfunction (similar channels to Viagra) Nervine sedative – good for...
Inula helenium – Elecampane

Inula helenium – Elecampane

PARTS USED: Root, Rhizome USES: Inula can be slow and steady in action and often needs to be used for quite some time in order to get its full action Stimulating – gets things moving: Stuck mucous Delayed menstruation Sluggish GI system Low-grade, persistent fever...
Humulus lupulus – Hops

Humulus lupulus – Hops

PARTS USED: Cones (Strobiles) USES: Relaxing effect on Central Nervous System Insomnia – promotes sleep and relaxation; reduces sleep disturbances Eases tension and anxiety – quells restlessness, headache, and indigestion from nervousness Antiseptic action for skin...