Angelica sinensis, A polymorpha, A acutiloba, are often collectively known as “Chinese angelica,” plants native of China, Korea and Japan. … More
Herbs
Devil’s Claw
Harpagophytum procumbens is a plant with a large hooked claw-like fruit, hence the name, native of Africa and especially of … More
Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale is a perennial shrub native of Europe, Asia and N Africa closely related to chicory and known by … More
Comfrey
See Symphytum
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla is a common shrub widely distributed in many parts of the world, originating in southern Europe. Its active … More
Cat’s Claw
Uncaria tormentosa, known as “una de gato” is a climbing wood vine native of the Amazonian and Peruvian rain forest. … More
Butcher’s Broom
Ruscus aculeatus is an evergreen shrub member of the Lily family, growing wild in the Mediterranean region. The plant contains … More
Burdock
Arctium lappa is a biannual shrub found in hilly or mountainous regions originally in N Asia. Other names are burr-wee, … More
Black Cohosh
Cimicifuga racemosa is also known as Black-Snake root. It is a mossy perennial and native of North America. Its principal … More

