Hamamelis virgianiana
Hamamelis virgianiana Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Hamamelis, winter bloom, witch hazel, hazel, hazel nut Description Hamamelis virgianiana is commonly found in a tincture form and has a wide array of uses both medicinal and cosmetic. H. virgiania is also very popular as ornamental additions to gardens due to their extravagant coloring. Occasionally reaching […]
Tilia cordata
Tilia cordata Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Small Leaf Lime, Linden, bee tree, basewood Description Tilia cordata or Small Leaf Lime has been used for a variety of ailments, from ulcers to colds to anxiety. Every part of the tree can be used. The flowers produce sweet nectar and the bark is used to make […]
Asclepias tuberosa
Asclepias tuberosa Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Swallow Wort, tuber root, chigger flower, windroot, butterfly weed. Description Although this plant historically has been used in many cultures, Asclepias tuberose is no longer recommended due to the uterine and cardiac stimulating properties. A. tuberose is not allowed in any products in Canada. [1] It is […]
Ulmus fulva
Ulmus fulva Synonyms No documantation Vernacular Name Sweet Elm, Indian elm, moose elm, red elm, elm. Description Ulmus fulva or Sweet Elm has been used traditionally by the Native Americans for digestive disorders and is now commercially available as an herbal mixture. The tree contains mucilage, which become a gel-like substance when combined with […]
Eupatorium perfoliatum
Eupatorium perfoliatum Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Thoroughwort, Indian Sage, Boneset, Ague weed, Crosswort Description Eupatorium perfoliatum or thoroughwort is an important herb used in Native American medicine and also used in homeopathic medicine, where it was used in the United States Pharmacopoeia from 1820 to 1900. It was traditionally used for colds or […]
Terminalia arjuna
Terminalia arjuna Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name White Marudah , arjuna, arjuna leaf, arjuna root. Description Terminalia arjuna belongs to the Combretaceae family and is most popular for its cardioprotective properties. This ancient tree has come to be considered a sacred plant and both the leaves and flowers are given as offerings to Vishnu […]
Betula pubescens
Betula pubescens Synonyms Betula alba Vernacular Name Common birch, European birch, downy birch, hairy birch, white birch Description Betula pubescens has been used in traditional cultures of the Americas and parts of Europe throughout history. Its uses range from analgesic to treatment for dysentery and other diseases that prevail in each area. While the […]
Evolvulus alsinoides
Evolvulus alsinoides Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Sudafiti, slender dwarf morning glory Description Evolvulus alsinoides is most commonly known in the Ayurvedic system of medicine to enhance fertility, although it can be found throughout other regions of the world. It is of the Convolvulaceae family and is related to the Morning Glory. The small […]
Commiphora molmol
Commiphora molmol Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Myrrh, molmol, somali myrrh, commiphora Description Commiphora molmol has an unmistakable earthy aroma. C. molmol has been used for thousands of years and was popularly used for embalming. Other uses include incense, perfume, toothpastes and other toiletries. Its value in ancient cultures is evident in the fact […]
Pedicularis
Pedicularis spp. Synonyms No documentation Vernacular Name Lousewort Description Some Pedicularis species are endangered in both American and Canada therefore many laws are in effect to protect the plant. The common name ‘lousewort’ came from the folklore that attributed the infestation of lice in cattle to the cattle grazing in fields where the herb was […]
