Herbal Encyclopedia

Common Medicinal Herbs For Natural Health

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    • Steam Inhalations
    • Syrups
    • Tinctures and Vinegars
    • Toothpastes
    • Water Infusions
    • When To Gather Herbs
  • Scientific Names

Olive

Olives and Leaves

Botanical NameFamily Oleaceae Olea europaeaCommon NamesOlivier, LuccaCautionsNone listed.Description The olive tree is one of the most documented plants in history and has the distinction of being one of the longest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: O Tagged With: carrier oil, cystitis, diabetes, gallstones, laxative, lower blood pressure

Honey

Honey

Common NamesMiel (French, Spanish)Although not an herb, honey is a plant by-product and used medicinally around the world. It is an integral part of herbs and just as healing. However, only wildflower honey should be used as the clover or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: H Tagged With: anti-inflammatory, antiallergenic, antianemic, antibiotic, anticarcinogenic, antifungal, antiviral, bacteriocidal, bees, cell regenerator, expectorant, food, honey, immune stimulant, laxative, medicine, tonic

Carob

Botanical NameFamily Leguminosae Ceratonia siliquaCommon NamesSt. John’s Bread, Locust Bean, Locust Pods, Sugar PodsCautionsNone listedDescription Native to southeastern Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, carob … [Read more...]

Filed Under: C Tagged With: anti-diarrheal, celiac, diarrhea, enterocolitis, laxative, sprue

Balsam Fir

Botanical NameFamily Pinaceae Abies balsameaCommon NamesCanadian Balsam, Canada BalsamCautionsNone listedDescription Native to North America, the Balsam Fir is a conical evergreen tree growing to 180 feet, producing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: B Tagged With: antiseptic, coolant, decongestant, emollient, laxative, stimulant

Aloe

Aloe

Botanical NamesFamily Liliaceae Aloe vera, A. barbadensis, A. capensis, A. vulgaris, A. mexicana and other Aloe speciesCommon NamesAloe, Aloe Vera, Barbados Aloe, Zanzibar Aloe, Curacao Aloe Spanish: Sábila, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: A Tagged With: aloe, aloin, amino acids, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antibiotic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiulcer, antiviral, enzymes, flavonoids, Herpes, immune system, laxative, minerals, polysaccharides, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, purgative, resins, salicylic acid, Stapylococcus aureus, steroid hormones, tannins, vitamins

Agave

Botanical NameFamily Agavaceae Agave americanaCommon NamesCentury Plant Spanish: Maguey, Lechuguilla, Mescal Nahuatl: Metl, Tlacametl, TeometlCautionsDo not use during pregnancy. Do not exceed prescribed dose as it may cause … [Read more...]

Filed Under: A Tagged With: agave, alkaloids, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, coumarins, cuts, demulcent, diuretic, estrogen-like isoflavonoids, inflammation, laxative, poultice, resorative, skin infection, sores, vitamins, wounds

Agar

Botanical NameFamily Gelidaceae Gelidium amansii, G. corneumCommon NamesAgar-Agar, Agar Weed, Japanese/Chinese Isinglass, Red AlgaeCautionsNone listedDescription This perennial seaweed grows up to three feet long, comprising of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: A Tagged With: agar, gelatin, jelly, laxative, nutritious, powder, seaweeds

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  • Modes of Use
    • Compresses and Lotions
    • Creams
    • Decoctions
    • Electuaries
    • Essential Oils
    • Fomentations
    • Gargles and Mouthwashes
    • Glycerites
    • Liniments
    • Lip Balms
    • Medicinal Milks
    • Mustard Plasters
    • Oil Infusions
    • Ointments and Salves
    • Poison Ivy Lotions
    • Poultices
    • Powders and Capsules
    • Steam Inhalations
    • Syrups
    • Tinctures and Vinegars
    • Toothpastes
    • Vapor Balms
    • Water Infusions
    • When To Gather Herbs
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  • Scientific Names

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