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CALENDULA
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CARDAMOM (Elettario
cardamomum) Parts Used:
Seed
The
seeds are used for digestive aid. They have been found to have antispasmodic
properties. The essential oil from almost ripe fruits is used in liqueurs and
perfumes.
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CAMPHOR (Cinnamomum
camphora) Parts Used:
Crystallized Extract and Leaf
Both
the leaf and crystallized extract are used for such conditions as asthma and
bronchitis. The fumes are said to be useful in depression and exhaustion. It
is used in salves to kill parasites and treat ringworm, scabies and itch. The
oil helps with bruises, muscular, joint and arthritis pains.
Warning:
Synthetic camphor is extremely poisonous.
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CAROB
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CARAWAY (Carum carvi) Parts Used:
Seed, Leaf, Root
The
seeds can be eaten raw or sugar-coated after a spicy meal. They sweeten the
breath, aid digestion and relieve flatulence. Chopped leaves are added to
soups and salads, and the root is cooked as a vegetable. The seeds are
antiseptic and a vermafuge. Caraway tea is said to relieve menstrual cramps.
The powdered seeds are moistened to make a poultice for bruises and earaches.
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CARNATION (Dianthus
caryophyllus) Parts Used: Flower Petals
The
petals of any clove scented Carnation, with the bitter white heel removed,
can be added to fruit dishes, sandwiches, soups and sauces. It can be used to
make floral syrup, vinegar, liqueur or wine. It is used as a nerve
tonic.
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CASCARA
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CATNIP (Nepeta
Catoria) Parts Used:
Leaf
The
plant intoxicates cats, repels rats and flea beetles. The leaves are added to
salads and flavor meat. The leaves and flowering tops, made into a tea, treat
colds, calm upset stomachs, reduce fevers, and soothe headaches and scalp
irritations.
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CATS
CLAW
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CAYENNE (Capsicum
Annum) Parts Used:
Seeds
Can
be used as a gargle to treat sore throat. Reduces nausea from sea sickness
when taken in capsulated form. It is said to relieve symptoms of rheumatism
and inflammatory ailments when used in a salve.
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CEDAR (Cedrus libani
or Cedrus spp.) Parts Used: Twigs, Leaf
The
wood of the Atlas Cedar is distilled to produce the essential oil. Yellow Cedar
is used by herbalists for the treatment of bloody cough. It is used
internally and externally as an anti fungal. The dry powder
is excellent for Athlete's foot.
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CHAMOMILE (Anthemis
Nobilis) Parts Used:
Flowers
A
gentle sedative, helpful in treating insomnia. It has
been used for Colic and upset stomachs. Chamomile is an antibacterial. Sores,
wounds and rashes respond well to external applications. Use the tea as a
wash or add the herb to salves and poultices. The oil is rubbed into swollen
joints. Use it in gargles.
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CHAPPARAL (Larria
Mexicana) Parts Used:
Crushed Fresh Leaves
Used
as a topical application to help heal wounds, sores and insect bites.
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CHERRY (Prunus
serotina) (P.
virginiana).
Also
known as Black Cherry, Wild Cherry or Chokecherry. Chokecherry bark tea is
used to clear the throats of singers and public speakers, the powdered
berries were once used to improve the appetite.
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CHICKWEED (Stellaria
Media) Parts Used:
Whole Plant
Relief
for bronchitis, coughs, colds, inflammation. Also used as a laxative.
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CINQUEFOIL (Pontentilla
reptans) Parts Used:
Root, Leaf
Celts
and Native Americans cooked the roots as a vegetable . Applied to sore areas,
the fresh plant relieves pain. A wash reduces skin redness, freckles,
and sunburn. The powdered root makes an astringent for mouth sores and treats
diarrhea. Taken with honey, it relieves sore throats, coughs, and fever.
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CINNAMON (Cinnamomum
verum or zeylanicum) Parts Used: Bark
Oil
of Cinnamon is used to kill Lice and Scabies. Dabbed on lightly it is also
used to ease the pain of Wasp Stings. It has been used in a tea to aid in
Colitis, Tooth and Viral Infections, Diarrhea, Intestinal Infection and
Sluggish Digestion. The Oil has been used as a rub for Rheumatism, Warts,
Coughs, Colds and Stress.
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CLOVE (Syzgium
aromaticum) Parts Used: Leaf, Flower buds
Clove
oil is an antiseptic numbing agent for toothache and indigestion. It is
added to cosmetics, perfumes, and cigarettes. There are now Clove based
anesthetics. It is used as an insect Repellent for Mosquitoes. As a rub it is
used for arthritis and Rheumatism. It has been found to have analgesic and
antiseptic properties.
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CLUB
MOSS (Lycopodium
selago or clavatum) Also called Wolf Claw or Stag's Horn Moss. Parts Used:
Spores
The
spores were once used for gastric and urinary disorders, as an antispasmodic
sedative and to coat pills. Some Indians Tribes knew the spores could be
used in blood-stanching, wound-healing and moisture-absorbing properties and
inhaled them for nosebleeds and dusted them on cuts. The spores also
make a dusting powder for skin diseases and diaper rash.
Warning:
Selago can be an active narcotic poison when overused. It is better to
use only the spores, which are non-toxic.
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COMFREY (Symphytum
Officinale) Aka: Slippery Root,
Knitbone or Blackwort. Parts Used: Root, Leaf
External
application useful in healing skin injuries. Compresses of comfrey root or
leaf, speed healing of cuts and rashes. Teas, tinctures and compresses of comfrey roots
or leaves are said to speed the healing broken bones.
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COPAL (Bursera
odorata) Parts Used:
Resin
Resin
Copal is gum resin. When smoldered on charcoal it produces a rich, delicious,
piney lemony fragrance.
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CORIANDER (Coriandrum
sativum) Parts Used:
Seed, Leaf
The
seed is a mild sedative, aids digestion, reduces flatulence, and eases
migraines. The essential oil, distilled from the seeds, is added to massage
oil for facial neuralgia and cramps. The seeds are also used in strengthening
to the urinary system. The leaf and seed are infused to treat bladder
infections.
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CORNSILK (Stigmata
Maydis) Parts Used:
Dried corn silk
It
is said that this is useful as a diuretic or a cardiac stimulant. It is also
said to be a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles.
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CRANBERRY
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CYPRESS (Cupressus sempervirens) Parts Used:
Leaf, twigs, fruit, bark, wood, resin and essential oil.
As
an ointment or rub made from the oil, cypress has been used to treat wounds,
bruises, muscular cramps, poor circulation, rheumatism and bronchitis. In the
area of repertory problems the rub has also been used to help reduce
coughing, It has also been found to act as an effective insect repellent.
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DANDELION
ROOT (Taraxacum
Officinole) Parts Used:
Root
Has
been used to fight anemia because it contains iron, calcium, and trace
minerals. An ideal
laxative, it is also helpful in treating poor circulation, bowel inflammation
and stomach disorders.
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DESERT
WILLOW TREE Parts Used:
Flower, Bark
The
flowers can be dried for future use to make a very nice aromatic tea . The
bark, when dried and powdered makes an excellent athletics foot cure. This is
a drought resistant tree and the blooms last from May until Oct. or Nov.
depending on your region. Humming birds love the nectar filled flowers and so
do bees.
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DILL (Anethum
graveolens) Parts Used:
Flower, Leaf. Stem, Fruit, Seeds
Distilled
seed oil is colorless to pale yellow, with a light, fresh, warm spicy scent
and flavors drinks, food and infant gripe water for colic. The seeds aid
digestion, and their infusion reduces flatulence, hiccups, stomach pains, and
insomnia. A seed decoction bath gives nails strengthening.
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DONG
QUAI Parts Used:
Root
Popular
Chinese herb used to improve mental acuity and to help relieve symptoms of
daily stress and mental fatigue. Especially soothing for women's PMS ailments
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DRAGONS
BLOOD (Draceana
draco spp.) Parts Used:
Resin
Dragon's
blood is the resin of the Draceana draco species. The common name of this
plant is "dragon tree".
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DEVIL'S CLAW (Harpagophytum
Procumbens) Parts Used: Tuber
Characteristics:
Relief for symptoms of arthritis, rheumatism. Anti-inflammatory effect.
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ECHINACEA Parts Used:
Root
The
Root contains a substance called caffeic acid glyoside, which reacts with
your body on the cellular level to help facilitate the wound healing process.
It is said it helps stimulate glandular organs such as kidneys to function
more efficiently. It has been used by herbalists to fight infection, detoxify
and stimulate healing. Also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and other
allergies. It is called an immune stimulant by Many Herbal Doctors. It
is still used as a blood purifier today and as an antibiotic.
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ELDERBERRY
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ELECAMPANE (Inula
Helenium) Parts Used:
Root
It
is used to treat (in combination with other herbs) many chest ailments such
as asthma, bronchitis and minor lung problems. It is made into syrups and
throat lozenges or into a tea for these purposes.
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ELEUTHERU
SIBERIAN GENSING
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ELDER (Sambucus
canadensis) Parts Used:
The Whole Plant
In
Chinese medicine, the leaves, stems, and roots are used to treat fractures
and muscle spasms. The flowers are used to treat colds, sore throats, hay
fever and arthritis and act as a mild laxative. Elder leaves help coughs,
colic, diarrhea, asthma and flu. The leaves are added to salves for skin
conditions.
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EPHEDRA
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EUCALYPTUS (Eucalyptus
spp.) Parts Used:
Leaf, Twig, Fruit, Flowers
Eucalyptus
oil is antiseptic, expectorant and anti viral. Lemon
Eucalyptus: (E. citriodora) Is used for aiding in ending Athlete's Foot
and other Fungal Infections. It is used for Cuts, Dandruff, Infectious Skin
Conditions (such as Chicken Pox), Laryngitis, Sore Throat, Colds, and Fevers.
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EYEBRIGHT (Euphrasia
Officinalis) Parts Used: The Whole Plant
Used to
treat jaundice, loss of memory and vertigo. Topically, has been used to
relieve conjunctivitis (pink eye).
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