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The California poppy is the state flower of California. Historically, California poppy has been used to relieve insomnia, help with pain, and nervousness.
Caraway is native to Northern Africa, Europe, and Asia. People have used caraway around the globe as a cooking spice. Caraway oil serves as a fragrance in the…
Cascara sagrada means "sacred bark" in Spanish. It may help relieve constipation. It is also used in some sunscreens and as a flavoring agent. Cascara sagrada…
Cat's claw is a woody vine that can be found in the Amazon rainforest as well other areas of South and Central America. The plant gets its name from the…
Catnip has been traditionally used as an herbal tea in places such as Kazakhstan. Historically, catnip has been used to treat insomnia, flatulence…
Cayenne is a spice that adds colour, smell, and flavour and is used in dishes around the world. Cayenne is cultivated mainly in the United States and Europe…
Two types of chamomile are used for health conditions: German chamomile and Roman chamomile. While the two kinds are thought to have similar effects on the…
Chasteberry is the fruit of the chaste tree. The tree is native to Central Asia and the Mediterranean region. It has been used for centuries to help relieve…
Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant, meaning that it protects the cells in our bodies from damaging effects of activated oxygen. It is found throughout the body…
Copper has been mined for thousands of years. Because it is easy to shape, it was commonly used to make tools and pottery. Copper occurs naturally in several…
Cranberries are the fruit of a native plant of North America. These red berries are used in foods and in herbal products.
Creatine is made by the human body in the kidneys and liver. It provides energy for the muscles. The majority of creatine made in the body is found in the…
Dandelions are a perennial plant found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. They are a great source of vitamin A. They also contain vitamin…
Devil’s claw is derived from the dried roots of the plant originating in the deserts of Africa. Devil's claw is so named because of the claw-like hooks on the…
Dong quai is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is a member of the Apiaceae family (the same family as celery and carrots) and is a very popular plant used…
Echinacea species are perennials. There are 9 known species but only 3 are used medicinally: Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea purpurea, and Echinacea pallida…
Echinacea species are perennials. There are 9 known species but only 3 are used medicinally: Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea purpurea, and Echinacea pallida…
Eleuthero is a small, woody shrub that belongs to the Araliaceae family. Eleuthero is native to northeastern Asia. It is an adaptogen, which is an herb that is…
Ephedra is an evergreen shrub-like plant native to Central Asia and Mongolia. The principal active ingredient, ephedrine, is a compound that can powerfully…
Eucalyptus trees belong to the Myrtaceae family. There are many species of eucalyptus tree. Eucalyptus is native to Australia and is the main food and water…
