Herb Library
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34 herbs
Cabbage
Cabbage, (Brassica Oleracea), is a leafy vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, which also includes other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and kale. It is known for its…
Calcium
The most abundant mineral in the body, Calcium is essential for a wide range of body parts and functions. Nearly 99% of the body’s calcium is involved in…
Calendula / Marigold
Marigold, (Calendula officinalis), is a flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). It is native to southwestern Asia, western Europe and the Mediterranean region but is now grown…
Cardamom
Cardamom is well known as a spice used in Indian cooking, and is one of the primary constituents of Garam Masala. Cardamom is considered one of the most…
Cashews
Cashews (Anacardium occidentale) are kidney-shaped nuts that come from the tree of the same name. Cashews were originally grown in North-Eastern Brazil, but they are now grown all…
Cassia Essential Oil
The essential oil made from Cinnamomum cassia (Cassia Oil) is a vital ingredient when making traditional Easter biscuits! It also offers a range of health benefits. Cinnamomum cassia…
Castor Oil
Castor oil is a versatile and powerful herbal remedy derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, with a wide range of applications for skin, hair and…
Cat’s Claw
Cat's Claw, (Uncaria tomentosa), is a vine commonly known as Una de Gato and is used traditionally in Peruvian medicine for the treatment of a wide range of…
Catnip
Catnip, (Nepeta cateria), also called Catmint and Catswort, is a herb from the Mint family that is well known for its effect on cats! Catnip also offers health…
Cayenne
Cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper that is commonly used as a spice in cooking. It is made from dried and ground cayenne chili peppers, which…
Chamomile
The word Chamomile actually refers to a range of different daisy-like plants, which are a member of the Asteraceae family. There are many different species of chamomile, the…
Cherry
Cherries are not just the fruit of one particular plant. Cherries come from many different species of the plant genus Prunus. Not all Prunus tree fruits are cherries. Prunus…
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are tiny, nutrient-dense seeds derived from the plant Salvia hispanica, which is native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. They belong to the mint family…
Chickpea
Chickpeas are one of the most widely eaten foods in the Middle East and considered a staple in Indian cuisine. Also known as Garbanzo beans, the ubiquity of…
Chickweed
Chickweed (Stellaria media) is a low-growing annual herb with bright green leaves, tiny white star-shaped flowers and a single line of hairs along its stem, which is a…
Chilli Peppers
There are a number of peppers in cultivation that are known as Chilli Peppers (Capsicum frutescens), but the term usually refers to the Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annuum). Cayenne…
Chlorella
Chlorella (Chlorella vulgaris) is a fresh water, single-celled algae that grows in fresh water. Chlorella contains the highest amount of chlorophyll of any known plant. Chlorella emerged over 2 billion…
Chromium
There are two common forms of chromium; One type of chromium is a toxic waste industrial by-product. The other form of chromium is a mineral nutrient that is essential to…
Cinnamon
Cinnamon (Dalchini) is a herb traditionally used by many ancient cultures. It is indicated for a variety of ailments including gastrointestinal problems, urinary infections, relieving symptoms of colds…
Cissus quadrangularis
Cissus quadrangularis is a perennial plant of the grape family (Vitaceae) commonly found in Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia, including India and Sri Lanka. It…
Cloves
Cloves are the aromatic flower buds of the tree Syzygium aromaticum, which belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Native to the Maluku Islands in Indonesia, cloves are now widely…
Cobalt
Cobalt is a necessary supplement for healthy development. It is also the name for a striking blue colour! Cobalt is an element that is classed as a metal.…
Cocoa Beans
Cocoa beans are the dried and fully fermented seeds of the cocoa tree, Theobroma cacao. They are the primary ingredient used in the production of chocolate and cocoa…
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil, or Copra oil, provides health benefits in the form of; weight loss, skin and hair care, increased immunity, boosted energy levels, strengthening bones and promoting a healthy digestive…