Lesson Five

Herbal Materia Medica
In this Herbal Materia Medica, The Herbs are listed by their common name first, followed by their Latin name. Next the plant family is listed, then parts used, some of the most important bio-chemical (bio-chemical means "life giving") constituents are listed, therapeutic action, and medical use. A formula in which that herb is used is listed last.

1. Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa) Family: Leguminosae
Parts used: the leaves and flowers
Bio-chemical constituents: Vitamins a, k, d, c, e. calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium. Eight essential enzymes.
Therapeutic actions: tonic, alterative, anti-pyretic, diuretic.
Medical uses: fatigue (mental and physical), improves digestion and assimilation, increases lean body mass.
Alfalfa is a natural multi-vitamin / multi-mineral, and is used mainly in tonic formulas.
A good tonic formula is made with: Equal parts of Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa) and Yellow Dock (Rumex Cripus).

2. Amaranth (Amaranthus Hybridus) Family: Amaranthaceae
Parts used: All the above ground parts
Bio-chemical constituents: iron, vitamin C, calcium, protein, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, riboflavin
Therapeutic action: Astringent, nutrient, hemostatic, diuretic, alterative
Medical uses: diarrhea, dysentery, menorrhagia, nose bleeds

Equal parts of Amaranth (Amaranthus Hybridus) and White Oak (Quercus Alba) is a good formula for Dysentery, diarrhea, and internal or external bleeding.
3. Angelica (Angelica Sinensis) Family: Umbelliferae
Part used: the Root
Bio-chemical constituents: Vitamins; a, b-complex, b-12, and e, an essential oil, coumarin.
Therapeutic action: Uterine tonic, antispasmodic, alterative
Medical uses: Anemia, internal bleeding, blood purifier, nourishes female glands, menopause, hot flashes, menstruation regulator, nervousness.
Angelica (Angelica Sinensis) and Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca) is a good menopause formula.
4. Barberry (Berberis Vulgaris) Family: Berberidaleae
Part used: the Bark
Bio-chemical constituents: vitamin c, iron, manganese, phosphorus, berberinea alkaloid, chelidonic acid, resin, tannin, wax.
Therapeutic action: Alterative, hepatic, laxative.
Medical uses: blood purifier, jaundice, liver problems, sore throat, indigestion, gall bladder.
Barberry is an good liver/gall bladder herb, and it stimulates the flow of bile. A good liver formula can be made by using equal parts of Barberry (Berberis Vulgaris) and Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale).
5. Bayberry (Myrica Cerifera) Family: Myricaceae
Part used: the Bark
Bio-chemical constituents: Vitamin c, volatile oil, starch, albumin, gum, lignin, tannic acid, gallic acid, astringents, resins.
Therapeutic action: astringent, expectorant, diaphoretic.
Medical uses: diarrhea, glands, indigestion, jaundice, flu, fevers, uterine hemorrhage, bleeding, mucus membrane polyps.
Equal parts of powdered Bayberry (Myrica Cerifera) and powered Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) and used as a snuff, is good for polyps, sinus infection, and nasal bleeding.
6. Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) Family: Ericaceae
Part used: the leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: arbutin, iridoids, flavonoids, tannins, volatile oil, ursolic acid, malic acid, gallic acid
Therapeutic action: diuretic, astringent, antiseptic
Medical uses: bladder infections, bright's disease, cystitis, diabetes, gonorrhea, kidney infections, nephritis, spleen, chronic Urethritis, uterine ulceration
Equal parts of Bearberry (Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi) and Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens) is a good formula for kidney and bladder infections.
7. Billberry (Vaccinium Myrillus) Family: Ericaceae
Parts used: the Fruit
Bio-chemical constituents: bioflavonoids, manganese, phosphorus, iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, selenium
Therapeutic action: alterative, apparent
Medical uses: night blindness, varicose veins, circulation, eye and vision disorders, cold hands and feet.
Equal parts of Billberry (Vaccinium Myrillus) and Eye bright (Euphrasia Officinalis) makes a good formula for all disorders of the eyes.
Equal parts of Billberry (Vaccinium Myrillus) and Butcher's Broom (Ruscus Aculeatus) is a good formula for varicose veins, Hemorrhoids, Thrombosis, and Arteriosclerosis.
8. Black Cohosh (Cimicfuga Racemosh) Family: Ranonculaceae
Part used: the Root
Bio-chemical constituents: glycosides (actaeine and cimicifugin), racemosin, estrogenic substances, triterpenes, isoferulicalid, tannin, calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, inositol, vitamin a, pantothenil acid, silicon, phosphorus.
Therapeutic action: nervine, anti-spasmodic, diaphoretic, alterative, expectorant, emmenagogue
Medical uses: uterine problems, nervousness, spasms, menstrual troubles, induces labor, neuralgia, asthma, coughs, epilepsy, cramps.
Three parts Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga Racemosa) and one part Lobelia (Lobelia Inflta) is a good formula for epilepsy.
Equal parts of Black Cohosh (Cimicfuga Racemosa) and Angelica (Angelica Sinensis) is a good "female corrective" formula.
9. Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllium Thaictroides) Family: Berberidaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: alkaloids, a fungicidal saponin, glycosides, gum, starch, salts, phosphoric acid, vitamins e and b-complex, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium.
Therapeutic actions: emmenagogue, antispasmodic, diuretic, diaphoretic, anthelmintic
Medical uses: cramps, epilepsy, induces labor, nerves, uterine problems.
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllium Thalictroides) and Lobelia (Lobelia Inflata) make a good formula for Epilepsy.

10. Black Walnut (Juglans Nigra) Family: Juglandaceae
Parts used: the nut hulls
Bio-chemical constituents: juglandic acid (nucin) vitamin b complex, manganese, magnesium, silica, protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium, oils, linolenic acid, linoleic acid, isolinolenic acid, oleic acid.
Therapeutic action; laxative, purgative, alterative, astringent, detergent, antiseptic, vermafuge.
Medical uses: Antiseptic (external), stops lactation (internal), parasites (internal), skin rashes, ring worms, worms.
Black Walnut (Juglans Nigra) and Chaparral (Larrea Tridentata) make a good formula for skin dis-eases, used as a fomentation. This same formula is good taken internally is good for worms and parasites.
11. Blue Vervain (Verbena Hastata) Family: Verbenacenae
Parts used: all the above ground parts
Bio-chemical constituents: iridoids, two glycosides (verbenalin and verbenine) essential oil, tannin, bitter principal, mucilage, vitamin c, e, calcium, manganese.
Therapeutic uses: nervine, ememagogue, bitter tonic
Medical uses: irregular or painful menaces, asthma, bladder, bowels, bronchitis, fevers, consumption, convulsions, coughs, insomnia, worms, settles stomach.
Blue Vervain (Verbena Hastata) and Angelica (Angelica Sinensis) is a good female corrective formula.
12. Boneset (Eupatorium Perfoliatum) Family: Compositae
Parts used: all the above ground parts
Bio-Chemical Constituents: sesquiterpene, lactones, eupafolin, eufoliatin, euperfolitin, eufoliatoron,
eperfolin, immunostimulatory polysacoharides, flavoniods, quercetin, kaempferol, hyperosive, astragalin, rutin, eupatorin, diterpenes (dendroidinic acid), hebenolide, volatile oil, vitamin c, calcium, paba, magnesium, potassium
Therapeutic action: febrifige, diaphoretic, expectorant, laxative
Medical uses: chills, colds, fever, flu, typhoid fever, yellow fever
A good herbal formula for all febrile dis-eases is made with equal parts of Boneset (Eupatorium Perfoliatum) and Bay Berry (Myrica Cerifera)
13. Burdock (Arcitium Lappa) Family: Compositae
Parts used: the roots, seed , and leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: essential oil, inulin, vitamin c, iron, protein, carbohydrate, vitamin e, a, p, b-complex, paba, sulphur, silicon, copper, iodine, zinc
Therapeutic action: alterative, diuretic, diaphoretic, nutritive, anti-arthritic,
Medical uses: arthritis, blood purifier, eczema, gout, kidney problems, lungs, rheumatism, skin dis-eases
Burdock (Arcitium Lappa) and Hydrangea (Hydrangea Arborescens) make a good herbal formula for arthritis and gout.
14. Butcher's Broom (Ruscus Aculeatus) Family: Liliaceae
Part used: all the above ground parts
Bio-chemical constituents: Saponal, glycosides, ruslogenins, nerorslogenins
Therapeutic action: anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic, aperient
Medical uses: Arteriosclerosis, hemorrhoids, thrombosis, varicose veins
Butcher's Broom (Ruscus Aculeatus) and Devils Claw (Harpagophytum Procumbens) are a good herbal combination for Arteriosclerosis and vericose veins.

15. Cayenne (Capsicum Frutescens) Family: Solanaceae
Part used: the fruit
Bio-chemical constituents: the alkaloid capsaine, red carotenoid pigment, capsanthine, vitamins; a, c, g, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, sulphur, potassium, vitamin B-complex
Therapeutic action: stimulant, expectorant, astringent, hemostatic, cardiac normalizer
Medical uses: arthritis, bleeding, blood pressure equalizer, circulation, diabetes, heart, high blood pressure, kidney problems, rheumatism, strokes, tumors, ulcers
Cayenne (Capsicum Frutescens) and Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) is a good formula for internal and external bleeding, use externally and internally.
16. Cascara Sagrada (Rhamnus Purshiana) Family: Rhamnaceae
Part used: the Bark
Bio-Chemical Constituents: anthraquinone, glycosides, vitamin-B-complex, calcium, potassium, manganese,
Therapeutic Action: laxative (not a true laxative, it acts as a bowel normalizer restoring proper peristalsis) better tonic, nervine
Medical uses: colon, constipation, gallbladder, intestines, liver disorders
Cascara Sgrada (Rhamnus Purshiana) and Fennel (Foeniculum Valgare) are a good herbal combination to normalize colon elimination.
17. Catnip (Nepeta Cataria) Family: Labiatae
Parts used: All the above ground parts
Bio-Chemical constituents: the essential oils; cauracol, citronelcol, geraniol, pulegon, thymol, nepetalic acid, tannins, vitamins A, C, B-complex, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, sodium, and a small trace of sulphur
Therapeutic Action: diaphoretic, sedative, nervine, carmative
Medical uses: colds, colic, convulsions, diarrhea, digestion, fevers, flu, gas, nerves
Equal parts of Catnip (Nepeta Cataria) and Fennel (Foeniculm Valgare) is a good formula for colic in infants.
18. Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) Family: Composetae
Part used: the Flowers
Bio-chemical constituents: essential oil (azulene and coumarin), flavonic heterosides, tannic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, zinc, vitamin A,
Therapeutic action: calmative, nervine, anti-spasmodic, anodyne, diaphoretic, emmeagogue, carminative.
Medical uses: appetite stimulant, bronchitis, menstrual cramps, fevers, hysteria, insomnia, menstrual-suppressant, nervousness.
Equal parts of Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) and Catnip (Neprta Cataria) is good for diarrhea with cramping, insomnia, nervousness, and hyper-activity of children.
19. Chaparral (Larrea Tridentata) Family: Zygophyllaceae
Part used: the leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: nurdihydroquaiaretic acid, protein, potassium, sodium, silicon, sulphur.
Therapeutic action: alterative, blood purifier, anti-microbial, anti-tumor, expectorant, diuretic.
Medical uses: arthritis, blood purifier, cancer, leukemia, tumors.
Equal parts of Chaparral (Larrea Tridentata) and Black Walnut (Juglans Nigra) is a good anti-tumor, anti-cancer formula.

20. Chickweed (Stellaria Media) Family: Caryphyllaceae
Parts used: all above ground parts
Bio-chemical constituents: iron, calcium, sodium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B-Complex, vitamin D, saponins
Therapeutic action: demulcent, expectorant, anti-tussive, anti-pyretic, alterative, vulneary,
Medical uses: blood purifier, bleeding, appetite suppressant, bleeding, convulsions, obesity, ulcers, skin rashes
Equal parts of Chickweed (Stellaria Media) and Burdock (Ardtium Lappa) is a good formula for Eczema.
21. Cloves (Eugenia Caryophyllata) Family: Myrtaceae
Part used: the flower-bud
Bio-chemical constituents: eugenol, cayophyllene, acetyl eugenol, tannin, wax, fat, vitamins: A, B-complex, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, sodium
Therapeutic action: stimulant, anti-nauseous, carmative, expectorant,
Medical uses: bad breath, bronchial catarrh, poor circulation, dizziness, ear ache, gas, vomiting
Oil of Cloves (Eugenia Caryophyllata) applied locally is good for tooth ache, and cankers.
22. Comfrey (Symphytum Officinle) Family: Boraginaceae
Parts used: the leaves and root
Bio-chemical constituents: allatoin, mucilage, tannins, starch, inulin, saponins, traces of pyrolizidine, vitamins A, C, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, iron, magnesium, sulphur, copper, zinc, 18 amino acids including hysine which is sometimes missing in animal-free diets
Therapeutic action: alliterative, tonic, demulcent, expectorant, vulnerary, astringent
Medical uses: anemia, arthritis, blood cleaner, boils, bruises, burns, emphysema, fractures, all Lung problems, sores, springs, swellings
Equal parts of Comfrey (Symphytum Officinle) and Yellow Dock (Rumax Crispus) are good for anemia, and to arrest hemorrhage and to build the blood after bleeding.
23. Cramp Bark (Vibunum Opulus) Family: Caprifoliaceae
Part used: the bark
Bio-Chemical constituents: hydroqutnones (arbutin, coumarins), tannins (catechins), potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamins C and K
Therapeutic action: diuretic, lithotriptic (dissolves stones), demulcent, cholagogue
Medical uses: asthma, convulsions, cramps, heart palpitation, hypertension, hysteria, leg cramps, nervousness, spasms, urinary problems
Equal parts of Cramp Bark (Vibunum Opulus) and Billberry (Vaccinium Myrillus)
make a good formula for leg cramps and peripheral circulation.
24. Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca) Family: Turneraceae
Part used: the leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: volatile oil, hydrocyanic, glycoside, bitter principle, tannin, resin
Therapeutic action: aphrodisiac, diuretic, nervine, aperient
Medical uses: bronchitis, emphysema, balance's hormones, hot flashes, menopause, Parkinson's dis-ease, sexual stimulant
Equal parts of Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca) and False Unicorn (Chamaelirium Luteum) is a good formula for failure to conceive (both male and female must take it). This is also a good menopause formula.

25. Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale) Family: Compositae
Parts used: the whole plant
Bio-chemical constituents: lactupicrine, better principle, tannin, inulin, polysaccharides, carotene, vitamin A, B, C, E, B-complex, potassium, calcium, iron, zinc, phosphorus
Therapeutic action: alterative, cholagogue, diuretic, stomachic, aperient, tonic
Medical uses: anemia, blood purifier, endurance, gull bladder, liver
Equal parts of Dandelion (Taraxacum Officinale) and Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa) is a good general tonic for patients that are weak or recovering from a debilitating dis-ease.
26. Crane's Bill (Geranium Maculatum) Family: Geraniaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: tannic acid, calcium, potassium, gallic acid, starch, pectin, gum
Therapeutic action: astringent, hemostatic, styptic, vulnerary
Medical uses: diarrhea, colitis, dysentery, bleeding (internal and external), mouth sores, hemorrhoids
Equal parts of Crane's Bill (Geranium Maculatum) and White Oak (Quercus Alba) is a good formula for diarrhea, dysentery, and colitis.
27. Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum Procumbens) Family: Pedliaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: Blycoside, hapagosie, hapagide, procumbine, sugar, stachyose
Therapeutic action: anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic
Medical uses: arteriosclerosis, arthritis, bladder, blood purifier, cholesterol, diabetes, kidneys, liver, rheumatism, stomach
Equal parts of Devil's Claw (Harpagophytum Procumbens) and Butcher's Broom (Ruscus Aculeatus) is a good formula for arteriosclerosis, and poor circulation.
28. Echinacea -Purple Cone Flower- (Echinacea Agustifolia) Family: E, Purpurea
Parts used: the root and flowers
Bio-Chemical constituents: essential oil, polysaccharides, echinacoside, a triglycoside of caffeic acid, vitamins a, e, c, iron, iodine, copper, sulphur, potassium
Therapeutic action: alterative, anti microbial, carminative, stimulant, vulneray
Medical uses: blood builder, blood dis-eases, blood poisoning, blood purifier, infections, lymph glands, and prostrate gland.
A good prostrate formula is made with equal parts of Purple cone Flower (Echinacea Agustifolia) and Saw Palmetto (Serenoa Serrulata).
29. Elder (Sambucus Nigra) Family: Caprifoliaceae
Parts used: the Flowers and berries
Bio- chemical constituents: essential oil, terpenes, glycosides, rutin, quercitrin, mucilage, tannin, vitamins a, c , and bioflavonoids.
Therapeutic action: diaphoretic, alterative.
Medical uses: allergies, asthma, bronchitis, colds, fevers, flu, pneumonia, and sinus congestion.
An very good Flu formula is made from equal parts of Elder (Sambucus Nigra) and Peppermint (Mentha Piperita).
30. Brigham Tea (Ephedra Gerardiana) Family: Ephdraceae
Parts used: the whole plant
Bio-chemical constituents: ephedrine, nor-ephedrine (these are alkaloids).
Therapeutic action: astringent, diaphoretic, stimulant, diuretic, decongestant, anti-rheumatic
Medical uses: blood purifier, bronchitis, bursitis, headaches, kidney problems, asthma, urticaria, hay fever.
Equal parts of Brigham Tea (Ephedra) and Horseradish (Cochlearia Armoracia) is a good formula for nasal and chest congestion.
31. Eyebright (Euphrasia Officnalis) Family: Scrophlariaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: tannins, iridoid, aucubin acid, phenolic acid (both these acids are glycosides), volatile oil, vitamins a, b-complex, d, e, iron, silicon.
Therapeutic action: astringent, anti-inflammatory, expectant
Medical uses: blood cleaner, cataracts, colds, all eye problems, liver stimulant.
Equal parts of Eye Bright (Euphrasia Officnalis) and Bill Berry (Vaccinium Myrillus) is a good formula for vision improvement.
32. False Unicorn (Chamae Lirium) Family: Liliaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: saponins, glycosides, chamaelirin, helonin, diosgenin, vitamin C, copper, sulphur
Therapeutic action: uterine tonic, diuretic, vermifuge, anthelmintic, reproductive tonic
Medical uses: colic, coughs, digestive problems, kidneys, miscarriage (prevents), prostate, tape worm.
A good Prostate formula is made with equal parts of Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea Augustifolia) and False Unicorn (Chamaelirium Luteum).

33. Fennel (Foeniculum Valgare) Family: Umbelliferae
Part used: the seeds
Bio-chemical constituents: the volatile oils, anethole and fenchone, pinene, phellandrene, camphene, cymene, limonene, potassium, sulphur, sodium
Therapeutic action: stimulant, carminative, anti-spasmodic, expectorant
Medical uses: colic, gas, intestinal problems, sedative for children
Equal parts of Fennel (Foeniculum Valgare) and Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) makes a good formula for indigestion and intestinal problems.
34. Feverfew (Chrysanthemum Parthenium) Family: Compositae
Parts used: the leaves and flowers
Bio-chemical constituents: The essential oils camphor, terpene, and borneol, a bitter principle, iron, niacin, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vitamins A and C, silicon, sodium, and zinc
Therapeutic action: diaphoretic, anodyne
Medical uses: colds, headache, migraine headaches, pain, sinus headaches, and chills
Equal parts of Feverfew (Chrysanthemum Parthenium) and Hops (Humulus Lupulus) make a good pain formula.
35. Garlic (Allium Sativum) Family: Liliaceae
Part used: the bulb
Bio-chemical constituents: Allylsulfide, aluicin, allicine, nicotinic acid, vitamins a, c, e, selenium, sulphur, calcium, manganese, copper, potassium, zinc
Therapeutic action: diuretic, alterative, digestant, carminative, expectorant, vermicide
Medical uses: asthma, digestive disorders, ear infection, infectious diseases, intestinal worms, and high blood pressure
Equal parts of Garlic oil (Alium Sativum) and Mullein oil (Verbascum Thapsus) is a good formula for ear infection and ear pain (apply by putting two or three drops in the affected ear two times a day).
36. Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) Family: Zingiberaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: zingerone (a volatile oil), camphene, phellandrene, cineol, borneol, citral, gingerol
Therapeutic action: stimulant, anti-spasmodic, carminative, emmenagoue
Medical uses: flu, gas pains, headache, indigestion, morning sickness, stomach tonic, toothache, whooping cough, motion sickness
Equal parts of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale) and Wild Yam (Dioscorea Villosa) is a good formula for nausea from pregnancy.
37. Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba) Family: Ginkgoaceae
Parts used: the nut and leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: flavonoids, glycosides, volatile oil, tannin, resin, terpenes, bilobalide, gingerolides, vitamins: a, b complex, and c
Therapeutic action: astringent, expectorant, sedative, antitussive, adaptagen
Medical uses: alzheimer's disease, attention span, circulatory disorders, dizziness, memory loss, stroke
Equal parts of Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba) and Gotu Kola (Hydroctyle Asiatica) is a good formula for mental and physical fatigue, and senility.
38. Ginseng (Panx Quinqufoltum) Family: Araliaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: ginsenosides which are triterpenic saponosides, vitamins a, b-12, b-complex, e, calcium, iron phosphorus, sodium, silicon, potassium, manganese, magnesium, sulphur
Therapeutic action: demulcent, tonic, alterative, stimulant, addapnagenic
Medical uses: endurance, hemorrhage, longevity, physical vigor, sexual stimulant, stress
Equal parts of Ginseng (Panx Quinqufoltum) and Summa (Pfaffia Paniculata) makes a good formula for emotional, mental, and physical stress, fatigue, and it enhances the immune system.
39. Golden Seal (Hydrastis Canadensis) Family: Ranunculaceae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: hydrastine, berberine, resin, traces of essential oil, chologenic acid, fatty oil, albumin, sugar, vitamins c, e, f, a, b-complex, copper, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, iron, zinc, sodium
Therapeutic action: alterative, antiinflammatory, bitter tonic, aperient, hemostatic, astringent
Medical uses: antibiotic, antiseptic, internal bleeding, colon inflammation, eye infection, internal hemorrhaging, infection, liver problems, excessive menstruation, mouth sores, vaginitis
Equal parts of Golden Seal (Hydrastis Canadensis) and Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea Augustifolia) make a good formula stimulating the immune response and fighting infection.
40. Gotu Kola (Hydrocotyle Asiatica) Family: Umbelliferae
Part used: the root
Bio-chemical constituents: vitamins a, g, k, magnesium
Therapeutic action: alterative, antipyretic, diuretic, antispasmodic, nervine, tonic
Medical uses: fatigue, high blood pressure, mental fatigue, nervous break down, physical fatigue, senility tonic
Equal parts of Gotu Kola (Hydrocotyle Asiatica) and Ginkgo (Ginkgo Biloba) make a good formula for circulatory disorders of the brain and extremities, this is useful for Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss.
41. Hawthorn (Crategnus Oxyacantha) Family: Rosaceae
Part used: the berry
Bio-chemical constituents: cartegolic acid, citric acid, tartaric acid, glavone, sugars, glycosides, vitamins c, b-complex, sodium, silicon, phosphorus
Therapeutic action: digestant, anti-diarrhea, cardiac tonic, emmenagogue
Medical uses: antiseptic, arteriosclerosis, cardiac symptoms, enlarged heart, hardening of the arteries, heart conditions, high blood pressure, heart palpation's, hypoglycemia, low blood pressure
Hawthorn (Crategnus Oxyacantha) and Cayenne (Capsicum Frutescens) make a good formula for all heart and circulatory dis-orders.
42. Hops (Humilus Lupulus) Family: Moraceae
Parts used; the flowers
Bio-chemical constituents: lupuline, humulone, lupulone, resin, picric acid, essential oil, tamuins, estrogenic substances, choline, asparagine, vitamin b-complex, magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese, iron
Therapeutic action: nervine, sedative, bitter tonic, antiseptic
Medical uses: appetite stimulant, insomnia, bronchitis, delirium, digestion, headaches, hyperactivity, insomnia, nervousness
Equal parts of Hops (Humulus Lupulus) and Mullein (Verbascum Thapsus) is a good formula for bronchitis, nervousness, or insomnia.
43. Horehound (Marrubium Vulgare) Family: Labiatae
Part used: the leaves
Bio-chemical constituents: the bitter principle marrubine, an essential oil, tannin, vitamins a, c, e, f, b-complex, iron, potassium, sulphur
Therapeutic action: expectorant, bitter tonic, diaphoretic, diuretic
Medical uses: asthma, colds, coughs, croup, hoarseness, hysteria, lung problems, excess phlegm, stomach tonic, respiratory organ tonic
Equal parts of Horehound (Marrubium Vulgare) and Marshmallow (Althaea Officinalis) make a good formula for asthma and lung infections.