Botanical Glossary

Latin Name: Bupleurum chinense Herb Class/Action: Bupleurum is classified as a hepatic, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic...

Latin Name: Borago officinalis Herb Class/Action: Demulcent (soothes and protects mucous membranes) Diuretic (promotes urine production)...

Latin Name: Monarda didyma (Bee Balm), Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) Herb Class/Action: Antimicrobial (inhibits the growth...

Latin Name: Ocimum basilicum Herb Class/Action: Antibacterial (inhibits bacterial growth) Antispasmodic (relieves muscle spasms) Carminative (relieves...

Latin Name: Centaurea cyanus Herb Class/Action: Bachelor Buttons are classified as astringent and anti-inflammatory. Parts...

Latin Name: Astragalus membranaceus Herb Class/Action: Astragalus is classified as an adaptogen, immunomodulator, and tonic...

Latin Name: Withania somnifera Herb Class/Action: Ashwagandha is classified as an adaptogen, nervine, and tonic...

Latin Name: Allium schoenoprasum Herb Class/Action: Chives are classified as a culinary herb with mild...

Latin Name: Anthriscus cerefolium Herb Class/Action: Chervil is classified as an aromatic herb with diuretic,...

Latin Name: Vitex agnus-castus Herb Class/Action: Chaste Tree Berry is classified as an adaptogen, hormonal...

Latin Name: Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile) or Chamaemelum nobile (Roman chamomile) Herb Class/Action: Chamomile is...

Latin Name: Apium graveolens Herb Class/Action: Celery is classified as a vegetable rather than an...