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Water-Lily
The dried root and rhizome of this plant have been used to treat lung and gastrointestinal conditions. The leaves have been used externally to treat various skin conditions.
Bed 20
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Angelica
This plant is used to treat dyspeptic complaints and loss of appetite. May increase the risk of bleeding when combined with warfarin or heparin.
Bed 16a
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Strawberry
The leaf of the strawberry has been used externally for rashes, and internally for diarrhea, liver disease, kidney stones and as a diuretic.
Bed 5
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Sunflower
The oil of this plant can be used internally as a lubricant to treat constipation, and externally for wound healing and psoriasis.
Bed 5
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Garlic Chive
(Allium yunnanense)
Leaves have a mild garlic flavor. Used in Asian cuisine.
Bed 13
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Yarrow
Achillea millefolium L. - common yarrow
This plant contains aspirin-like derivatives which produce an anti-inflammatory effect.
Bed 10
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Yarrow
Achillea millefolium L. - common yarrow
This plant contains aspirin-like derivatives which produce an anti-inflammatory effect.
Bed 11
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Sneezewort
Achillea ptarmica L. - sneezeweed
The dried root of this plant is used to treat toothaches and to regulate bowel movements.
Bed 7
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Sweet Flag
Acorus calamus L. - calamus
The rhizome of Sweet Flag is high in potassium, and is used in Indian medicine to treat this deficiency. Also used in veterinary medicine to strengthen horses.
Bed 20
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Black Cohosh
Actaea racemosa L. - black baneberry
Used for the relief of symptoms associated with menopause, including: hot flashes, irritability and sleep disturbances.
Bed 18
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Chocolate Boneset / White Snakeroot
Ageratina altissima (L.) King & H. Rob. - white snakeroot
Used to treat snake bites in Native American medicine.
Bed 2
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Egyptian Onion/Garden onion
Allium cepa L. - garden onion
The bulb has many traditional uses including loss of appetite, fevers, colds, bronchitis, hypertension, inflammation and infection.
Bed 13
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Chive
Allium schoenoprasum L. - wild chives
Used to expel worms and intestinal parasites, though efficacy has never been proven.
Bed 13
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Aloe Vera
Aloe vera (L.) Burm. f. - Barbados aloe
The gel from the inner leaf of the aloe plant is used topically for burn and wound healing as well as inflammation, itching and arthritis.
Bed 1
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Lemon Verbena
Aloysia triphylla (L'Hér.) Britton - lemon beebrush
Used in France for the treatment of digestive disorders and sleep problems. Is also used in many teas for flavor.
Bed 16b
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Galangal
Alpinia galanga (L.) Sw. - greater galangal
Native to China, galangal was once exported all over the world for use as a medicine and a spice. Similar to ginger, it is used to treat nausea and motion sickness.
Bed 7
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Marshmallow
Althaea officinalis L. - common marshmallow
Used to treat inflammation and irritation of the throat and stomach. May delay absorption of other medications.
Bed 12
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Bishop’s Weed
Ammi visnaga (L.) Lam. - toothpickweed
The fruit of this plant has been used to treat angina and cardiac insufficiency.
Bed 15
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Blue Dogbane
Amsonia tabernaemontana Walter - eastern bluestar
A native wildflower found in the southeastern United States, also called Blue Star.
Bed 18
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Blue Star
Amsonia tabernaemontana Walter - eastern bluestar
A native wildflower found in the southeastern United States, also called Blue Dogbane.
Parking Bed
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Alkanet
Anchusa officinalis L. - common bugloss / alkanet
The root of this plant has antibacterial effects. CAUTION: hepatotoxic and carcinogenic. Do not ingest.
Bed 16b
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Dong Quai
Angelica sinensis - chinese angelica
Different parts of the root of this plant are said to have different medicinal effects. The head of the root has anticoagulant activity, the main root has pain relieving activity and the tail of the root promotes blood circulation.
Bed 16a
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Indian Hemp
Apocynum cannabinum L. - Indian hemp
Causes decreased heart rate and increased contractile force of the heart. CAUTION: Should only be used under direct supervision from a physician.
Bed 18
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Udo
Aralia cordata Thunb. - udo
Native to China and Japan, Udo is used to flavor soups and teas. Udo leaves which have been infected by the Japanese beetle are used to make “udowormy tea”, which is said to relieve stress.
Bed 15
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Cinquefoil
Argentina anserina (L.) Rydb. - silverweed cinquefoil
Used to treat diarrhea, inflammation of the mouth and throat, and premenstrual syndrome.
Bed 8
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Aristolochia debilis
Aristolochia debilis
The fruit of this plant has been used to treat asthma, cough and other chest complaints. May have activity against certain cancer cells.
Bed 19
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Horse Radish
Armoracia rusticana G. Gaertn., B. Mey. & Scherb. - horseradish
Used to treat cough and bronchitis as well as urinary tract infections. Should not be used in patients with a history of ulcers or kidney disease.
Bed 5
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Southernwood
Artemisia abrotanum L. - southernwood
Southernwood has antiseptic properties and has been used to expel intestinal worms. Still used in Germany to treat wounds, splinters and frostbite.
Bed 8
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Wormwood
Artemisia absinthium L. - absinthium
Absinthe liqueur, made from this plant, was the first government banned substance. It is also said that Van Gogh was addicted to the liqueur's hallucinating effect.
Bed 8
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Sweet Wormwood
Artemisia annua L. - sweet sagewort
Has been used in China for thousands of years for the treatment of many different infections. Has anti-malarial activity.
Bed 9
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Mexican White Sagebrush
Artemisia ludoviciana Nutt. - white sagebrush
This native Mexican plant is used to promote menstruation and expel worms.
Bed 8
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Japanese Mugwort
Artemisia Princeps
Used in a pulverized form to improve the cephalic positioning of the fetus during childbirth.
Bed 7
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Wild Ginger
Asarum canadense L. - Canadian wildginger
In Native American medicine, the root and rhizome of wild ginger was boiled into a liquid and used for contraception in women. Also has antiseptic and insecticidal properties.
Bed 16a
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Blood Flower/Tropical Milkweed
Asclepias curassavica L. - bloodflower
Traditional uses of this plant include stimulating the heart and expelling worms. Blood flower induces vomiting when ingested.
Bed 1
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Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca L. - common milkweed
Used in Native American medicine to treat a variety of disorders including asthma, bronchitis, kidney stones, ringworm, warts and moles. The sap of this plant has heart stimulating effects and should not be ingested.
Bed 1
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Milk-Vetch
Astragalus cicer L. - chickpea milkvetch
Native to Northern China, Milk-Vetch is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat night sweats, fatigue, loss of appetite and diarrhea.
Bed 10
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Belladonna
Atropa bella-donna L. - belladonna
When placed in the eye, the juice from the belladonna berry causes dilation. Doctors have used belladonna to dilate the eyes in eye exams.
Bed 13
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Ayahuasca
Banisteriopsis caapi (Spruce ex Griseb.) Morton - ayahuasca
An infusion that is boiled and consumed as a religious sacrament in South America. Causes hallucinations and severe vomiting.
Bed 2
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Blue Wild Indigo
Baptisia australis (L.) R. Br. - blue wild indigo
The root of this plant has been used to stimulate the immune system. Often seen in combination products with echinacea.
Bed 10
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Blackberry Lily
Belamcanda chinensis (L.) DC. - blackberry lily
Used in Chinese medicine to treat deep coughs, sore throats, bronchitis or wheezing.
Bed 3
