Cat s Claw, aka Uncaria Tomentosa, is a wood vine that has claw-shaped thorns it uses to climb trees, sometimes reaching heights upwards of 100 feet. A native to tropical climates in Central and South America, Cat s Claw Bark has been a vital ingredient in indigenous healing traditions for thousands of years. Typically, Cat…
Chaparral, aka Larrea Tridentata, or Creosote Bush, is native to desert ecosystems in the southwestern United States and northern parts of Mexico. Chaparral produces resinous evergreen leaves that have a pungent aroma. Chaparral Leaf is commonly used in topical applications, but it can also be tinctured, infused in oil or honey, or brewed into tea.
Also known as Vitex, women have used Chaste Tree Berries for thousands of years to potentially treat menstrual problems, infertility and other gynecological issues. Chaste Berry has been used for centuries to treat constipation, flatulence, and hangovers, and to induce menstruation and lactation. In modern herbal medicine, the herb is mainly used to treat breast…
Chickweed, aka Stellaria Media, is an annual plant that s native to Europe but can easily be found across Asia and North America. Chickweed has become a potentially useful and beneficial herb in traditional European healing practices for centuries. Fresh Chickweed leaves can be eaten raw in salads, while dried Chickweed is typically infused into…
Chrysanthemum, aka Chrysanthemum Morifolium, is an herbaceous, daisy-like perennial from the Asteraceae family that s found worldwide. Chrysanthemum has long been valued for its potentially beneficiary properties in both Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Chrysanthemum flowers are commonly consumed as an infusion, or as a tea and mild digestif that many find cooling in warm…
Cilantro Leaf, aka Coriandrum Sativum or Coriander Leaf outside the U.S., has been utilized for over a millennia. This herb is typically employed fresh as a garnish because of its aesthetics and bright, citrus notes. The dried leaves can be similarly used to garnish food; you can often find it added to marinades, dips, and…
Cinnamon, which comes from the bark of Cinnamomum Verum, has a notorious space that many use to infuse teas or spice up food. In Ayurveda, Cinnamon bark is believed to be a warming herb that might be stimulating to the heart, yet cooling to the digestive system.
Cinnamon Sticks are rolled from the bark of the Cinnamomum Verum tree and take on a light reddish-brown color and several thin layers when they reach perfection. Cinnamon Sticks have held cultural significance throughout history. Often given as a gift to monarchs and deities, this highly prized herb has maintained a long history of traditional…
Cleavers, aka Galium Aparine is pungent annual from the Rubiaceae family with tiny hairs, clinging leaves, and seeds that stick to passers-by. Found growing throughout the world, Cleavers is also known as bedstraw after its historical use as mattress stuffing. Fresh leaves and stems are frequently added to fresh spring salads, but dried Cleavers are…
Syzgium Aromaticum is a highly aromatic tree that produces very fragrant flower buds known as cloves. Cloves have been an integral herb in the spice trade for thousands of years, and can be found throughout parts of Asia, Africa, and South America. Cloves continue to remain a popular ingredient in baking, chai tea, baking, and…
Coltsfoot, aka Tussilago Farfara, is an aromatic perennial that grows in colonies which spread through its rhismatous root system. A member of the Asteraceae family, Coltsfoot has a long history of use in traditional European herbalism. Coltsfoot is commonly infused into topical applications.
Comfrey Root, aka Symphytum Officinale, has been highly regarded for thousands of years in traditional European practices for its potentially healthful properties and topical preparations. It is often infused into teas and tinctures.
Comfrey is distinguished by large, hairy leaves, a curled inflorescence with white to purple bell-shaped flowers, and black roots. Comfrey Root has been used for thousands of years in traditional Western herbalism for its valuable, healthful properties. Our Comfrey Root Powder is ground from organically cultivated roots.