The Public Herbarium

Tag: tincture

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    Golden root with powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin reduces inflammation, supports joint health, and benefits multiple body systems. Bioavailability enhanced twentyfold with black pepper. Kitchen medicine for daily use. Anti-inflammatory effects rival pharmaceutical drugs without side effects. Essential anti-inflammatory herb for home medicine.

  • Burdock Monograph

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    Deep-rooting plant supporting detoxification and skin health. Root aids liver function, purifies blood, and clears skin conditions like acne and eczema. Nutritive and mineral-rich. Traditionally used for chronic inflammatory conditions. Prepared as decoction, tincture, or food. Forageable in NZ, requires positive identification.

  • Black Pepper Monograph

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    Black Pepper Piper nigrum L. Common & Folk Names Plant Family Piperaceae – The Pepper family Geographic Location Native to the Malabar Coast of southwestern India, particularly Kerala and the Western Ghats region. Now widely cultivated throughout tropical regions worldwide, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Brazil, Sri Lanka, and parts of Africa. Indonesia and Vietnam are…

  • Ginger Monograph

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    Warming root excellent for nausea, digestion, and inflammation. One of most researched anti-nausea remedies. Improves circulation, reduces pain, supports immune function. Fresh root makes effective tea. Kitchen staple providing powerful medicine. Safe for pregnancy-related nausea. Essential herb for digestive complaints and inflammatory conditions.

  • Astragalus Monograph

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    Powerful immune-supporting adaptogen from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Enhances deep immune function and builds vitality. Warming, energizing root traditionally used for qi deficiency. Long-term tonic rather than acute treatment. Combines well with other immune herbs. Essential preventative medicine for immune resilience.

  • Ashwagandha Monograph

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    Powerful adaptogenic herb from Ayurvedic medicine supporting stress resilience. Reduces cortisol, supports thyroid function, and enhances energy. Traditional rasayana (rejuvenative) tonic. Warming, building properties. Requires consistent long-term use. Significant research supports traditional applications. Essential adaptogen for modern life.

  • Self-Heal Monograph

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    Traditional wound herb with anti-inflammatory properties. Traditionally used topically for cuts and internally for throat conditions. Gentle, safe herb for various applications. Common lawn plant naturalized in NZ. Free medicine growing in many locations. Historical significance greater than contemporary use but valuable healing plant.

  • Queen Anne’s Lace Monograph

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    Queen Anne’s Lace, or wild carrot, is the ancestor of cultivated carrots. Seeds traditionally used for urinary support and menstrual regulation. CAUTION: Requires expert identification due to deadly hemlock look-alikes. Hairy stems and carrot scent distinguish it from poisonous relatives in the Apiaceae family.

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    Calendula, or pot marigold, is a premier wound-healing herb with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Its bright orange flowers contain triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids, and carotenoids that promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and support skin health. Ideal for cuts, burns, rashes, and various skin conditions.

  • Basil Monograph

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    Aromatic culinary herb with digestive and calming properties. Supports healthy digestion, reduces stress, and provides antimicrobial benefits. Sweet basil versatile for cooking and medicine. Related to tulsi (holy basil) but milder. Easy to grow. Kitchen medicine offering daily therapeutic support with meals.