Scientific Name: Houttuynia cordata yúxīng cǎo; literally fishy smell herb. Recent studies suggest it may have anit obesity properties.
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Cascara Buckthorn
Scientific Name: Rhamnus purshiana The dried bark of cascara has been used for centuries as an herbal laxative first by Native Americans in the Pacific Northwest, and then later by European/U.S. colonizers.
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Scientific Name: Dianthus caraphyllus Clove-scented flowers were once used to flavor ales and wines, especially celebration cups at coronations, hence its name “carnation”.
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Scientific Name: Lobelia cardinalis The Iroquois had many medicinal uses for cardinal flower. The root was boiled together with the root of Cichorium intybus and the liquid was used to treat fever sores.
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Scientific Name: Vaccinium corybosum High in antioxidants, good source of vitamin C and natural sugars.
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Scientific Name: Baptisia australis Wild Blue Indigo was used by the Cherokees as a source of blue dye. The roots have purgative properties, and may also alleviate nausea and toothaches.
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Scientific Name: Amsonia tabernaemontanta Used for symptomatic relief of gastrointestinal disorders. It has also been shown to be a diuretic. Caution: causes diaphoresis, and diarrhea in large doses.
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Scientific Name: Sanguinaria canadensis Blood root has been added to dentifrices to reduce plaque and treat gingivitis and periodontal disease.
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Scientific Name: Cynachum louiseae An invasive species in the milkweed family. Has antibacterial and antifungal compounds.
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Scientific Name: Actaea racemosa Cohosh is used today mainly as a dietary supplement marketed to women as remedies for the symptoms of premenstrual tension, menopause and other gynecological problems.
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