Products The medicinal drug and teas are available in pharmacies and drugstores. In addition, capsules, drops, juices and topical medicines such as gels are available, among others. Stem plant The parent plants are (greater nettle) and (lesser nettle) from the nettle family (Urticaceae). Medicinal drug Nettle leaves (Urticae folium) are the dried, whole or cut … Nettle: Medicinal Uses
Products Oolong tea is available, for example, in pharmacies, drugstores and specialty tea stores. It originated in Fujian province in China and is now produced in various Asian countries. Stem plant The parent plant is the tea plant from the tea shrub family (Theaceae). It grows into an evergreen shrub or tree. Medicinal drug The … Oolong
Products Black tea is available in grocery stores and specialty stores in bags or open. Different varieties, names and countries of origin exist (e.g. Darjeeling, Ceylon, Pekoe, Assam, English Breakfast Tea, Five o’Clock Tea, Afternoon Tea). Black tea is mainly drunk in the West, while green tea and the semi-fermented oolong tea are more popular … Black Tea
Products Preparations containing nasturtium are included in only a few medicinal products and are available as drops (e.g., CERES Tropaeolum majus mother tincture). In 2018, Angocin film-coated tablets were additionally approved in many countries (Germany since 1958), see under nasturtium herb powder horseradish root powder. Stem plant Nasturtium L. of the nasturtium family (Tropaeolaceae) is … Nasturtium
Products Argan oil is commercially available as pure oil, open goods, in the form of capsules and in numerous cosmetics in various qualities. Due to the complex production and low supply, genuine argan oil is more expensive than common fatty oils. Stem plant The fatty oil (Arganiae oleum) is extracted from the fruits of the … Argan Oil
Products Preparations of arnica flowers are available as an ointment, a gel, a tincture, and body care products (e.g., body oil, bath), among others. The medicinal drug is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Arnica must not be collected by yourself! It is included in the red list of endangered species. Stem plant Arnica, from the … Arnica Effects and Side Effects
Products Devil’s claw preparations are commercially available, among others, in the form of tablets and capsules containing either an extract or devil’s claw powder (e.g., A. Vogel Rheumatism Tablets, Harpagomed, Harpagophyt-Mepha, Sanaflex). The drugs have been approved in many countries since 2005. The medicinal drug (tea), devil’s claw gel, mother tinctures and alternative remedies are … Devil’s Claw: Medicinal Uses
Products Preparations from the fruits of milk thistle are commercially available in the form of tablets, capsules, and tincture, among others. The medicinal drug is available in pharmacies and drugstores. Not all medicines are approved for the same indications. Stem plant Milk thistle, a member of the daisy family (Asteraceae), is native to southern Europe. … Milk Thistle: Medicinal Uses
Products Star anise is available in pharmacies and drugstores, for example, as a powder or as whole, dried aggregate fruits. Star anise oil is also available and included in some medicines, such as gastrointestinal remedies, tea mixtures, and rubs for external use. Stem plant The evergreen tree of the star anise family (Schisandraceae) is native … Star Anise
Products Sage is available as an open product and as a tea in sachets in pharmacies and drugstores. Sage extracts are commercially available in the form of tablets, sage pastilles, lozenges and drops, among others. Stem plants Sage is an evergreen plant of the labiates family (Lamiaceae) native to the Mediterranean region. In pharmacy, mainly … Sage Health Benefits
Products Saffron is commercially available as an expensive spice in the form of threads or powder. Saffron extract is found in dietary supplements. Stem plant Saffron L. from the iris family (Iridaceae) is a perennial plant that is grown extensively in Iran and the Mediterranean region, for example. In many countries, it has been cultivated … Saffron
Products Psyllium seeds are available as a medicinal raw material and as a drug (e.g., mucilar) in pharmacies and drugstores. Indian psyllium (Indian psyllium husk, see there) is also used. Stem plants Psyllium belongs to the plantain family (Plantaginaceae). The parent plants are and . Medicinal drug The mature, whole and dried seeds (Psyllii semen) … Psyllium
