Tag: anti-inflammatory

Yew (genus Taxus) is a venerable evergreen conifer with a storied history in both traditional herbalism and modern pharmacology. Renowned for potent compounds like...

Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) is a fragrant shrub native to the western United States, cherished for its soothing, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory actions. Rich in...

Yerba Mansa is a resilient perennial plant indigenous to the marshlands of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Celebrated for its multifaceted healing...

Yellow Toadflax (Linaria vulgaris) is an unassuming wildflower with a remarkable legacy in traditional phytotherapy and folk medicine. Its slender stems bear delicate, snapdragon-like...

Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia vulgaris) is a versatile herb revered for its vibrant golden blooms and a remarkable array of health-supporting compounds. Its flowers, leaves,...

Yellow Gentian (Gentiana lutea) is a vibrant perennial herb renowned for its intensely bitter rhizomes and a powerhouse of therapeutic qualities. Packed with bitter...

Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis), with its smooth, golden bark and delicate foliage, has long been treasured for both its ornamental charm and its robust...

Yellow Avens (Geum urbanum), also known as wood avens, is a resilient woodland perennial celebrated for its gentle astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial virtues. Rich...

Yellow Archangel (Lamium galeobdolon), a striking member of the mint family, has attracted herbalists and gardeners alike due to its vibrant blossoms and potent...

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a hardy perennial herb celebrated for its striking feathery foliage and clusters of tiny white flowers. Revered in traditional medicine...

Yard-long bean (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), also known as asparagus bean or Chinese long bean, is prized for its slender, vibrant pods that can...

Ximenia, often called wild plum or sea lemon, is a small shrub whose vibrant orange-red fruits and nutrient-rich seeds have supported traditional healers across...

Xanthium, commonly known as cocklebur or pricklyburr, is an unassuming herbaceous plant often found along roadsides and riverbanks. Despite its reputation as a weed,...

Water Germander (Teucrium scordium) is a resilient aquatic perennial treasured for its clusters of small lilac blooms and deeply lobed, glossy leaves. Rich in...

Water Fringe (Hottonia palustris) is a charming aquatic herb renowned for its elegant feathery foliage and delicate star-shaped blossoms that grace ponds, marshes, and...

Water Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis scorpioides) graces wetlands and streambanks with its sky-blue blossoms and has been cherished in folk medicine for centuries. Brimming with antioxidants...

Water figwort (Scrophularia aquatica), also called brook figwort, is a moisture-loving perennial renowned for its soothing and restorative qualities. Rich in iridoid glycosides (such...

Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus), commonly known as chaste tree, has been revered for centuries as a natural ally in balancing hormones, easing menstrual discomfort, and...

Virgin’s Bower (Clematis virginiana) is a graceful climbing vine renowned not just for its cascading clusters of fragrant white blossoms but also for a...

Virginia Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) is celebrated not just for its delicate, aromatic flavor but also for a robust profile of health-promoting traits. Rich in...

Virginia Snake Root (Aristolochia serpentaria) has long been hailed in folk medicine for its invigorating and restorative qualities. This unassuming woodland herb contains a...

Virginia sage (Salvia virginica), a resilient perennial native to eastern woodlands and meadows, is prized not only for its fragrant, smoke‑gray foliage and spikes...

Virginia day-flower (Commelina virginica), with its delicate sky-blue petals and ephemeral blossoms, offers more than garden charm—it packs an impressive nutritional and medicinal punch....

Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a vigorous, five-leafleted vine renowned for its fiery autumn display and underdog status in herbal medicine. Far beyond landscaping...

Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are a charming spring ephemeral renowned for their bell‑shaped azure flowers and gentle presence in woodland gardens. Beyond their ornamental...

Viper’s Grass (Pteridium aquilinum), a resilient fern found from woodlands to disturbed soils worldwide, is more than just a groundcover—it’s a centuries‑old herbal remedy...

Viper’s Bugloss (Echium vulgare), a striking biennial with cobalt‑blue blossoms and bristly stems, has long been celebrated for its robust medicinal virtues. Rich in...

Violet Wood Sorrel (Oxalis violacea), with its delicate violet petals and clover‑like leaves, is more than a garden ornament—it’s a nutrient‑rich herbal ally. Packed...

Violet Willow (Salix violacea), an elegant willow species distinguished by its dusky-hued catkins and slender, lanceolate leaves tinged with violet underside, offers a wealth...

Violet, cherished for its delicate blooms and sweet fragrance, is more than an ornamental garden favorite—it’s a herbal powerhouse packed with healing potential. This...