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The Chelsea Physic Garden has cultivated medicinal plants since 1673. The plant shown here is montbretia (crocosmia aurea), used as a remedy for dysentery.

This is a list of plants used or formerly used as herbal medicine.

The ability to synthesize a wide variety of chemical compounds that are used to perform important biological functions, and to defend against attack from predators such as insects, fungi and herbivorous mammals is called herbal medicine. Many of these phytochemicals have beneficial effects on long-term health when consumed by humans, and can be used to effectively treat human diseases. At least 12,000 such compounds have been isolated so far; a number estimated to be less than 10% of the total.[1][2]

These phytochemicals are divided into (1) primary metabolites such as sugars and fats, which are found in all plants; and (2) secondary metabolites – compounds which are found in a smaller range of plants, serving a more specific function.[3] For example, some secondary metabolites are toxins used to deter predation and others are pheromones used to attract insects for pollination. It is these secondary metabolites and pigments that can have therapeutic actions in humans and which can be refined to produce drugs—examples are inulin from the roots of dahlias, quinine from the cinchona, morphine and codeine from the poppy, and digoxin from the foxglove.[3]

Chemical compounds in plants mediate their effects on the human body through processes identical to those already well understood for the chemical compounds in conventional drugs; thus herbal medicines do not differ greatly from conventional drugs in terms of how they work. This enables herbal medicines to be as effective as conventional medicines, but also gives them the same potential to cause harmful side effects.[1][2]

In Europe, apothecaries stocked herbal ingredients for their medicines. In the Latin names for plants created by Linnaeus, the word officinalis indicates that a plant was used in this way. For example, the marsh mallow has the classification Althaea officinalis, as it was traditionally used as an emollient to soothe ulcers.[4] Ayurvedic medicine, herbal medicine and traditional Chinese medicine are other examples of medical practices that incorporate medical uses of plants. Pharmacognosy is the branch of modern medicine about medicines from plant sources. Plants included here are those that have been or are being used medicinally, in at least one such medicinal tradition.

Modern medicine now tends to use the active ingredients of plants rather than the whole plants. The phytochemicals may be synthesized, compounded or otherwise transformed to make pharmaceuticals. Examples of such derivatives include Digoxin, from digitalis; capsaicine, from chili; and aspirin, which is chemically related to the salicylic acid found in white willow. The opium poppy continues to be a major industrial source of opiates, including morphine. Few traditional remedies, however, have translated into modern drugs, although there is continuing research into the efficacy and possible adaptation of traditional herbal treatments.

A

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Acacia senegal Gum Arabic It might be useful for dental plaque and weight loss.[5]
Actaea racemosa Black cohosh Historically used for arthritis and muscle pain, used more recently for conditions related to menopause and menstruation.[6]
Aesculus hippocastanum Horse chestnut Its seeds, leaves, bark, and flowers have been used medicinally for many centuries. The raw plant materials are toxic unless processed.[7]
Alisma plantago-aquatica Water-plantain The plant is used for the urinary tract.[8]
Allium sativum Garlic It is widely used as an antibiotic[9][10][11][12] and, more recently, for treating cardiovascular disease[13][14] Garlic is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor and has antidepressant-like effects on mice[15] so might be used as a herbal antidepressant or anxiolytic in humans.[16]
Aloe vera Aloe vera The leaves are widely used to heal burns, wounds and other skin ailments.[17][18]
Althaea officinalis Marsh-mallow It has been used for over 2,000 years as both a food and a medicine[4]
Amorphophallus konjac Konjac The plant is a significant dietary source of glucomannan,[19][20] which is used in treating obesity,[21] constipation,[22] and reducing cholesterol.[23]
Angelica archangelica Garden angelica The roots have been used in the traditional Austrian medicine internally as tea or tincture for treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, nervous system, and also against fever, infections, and flu.[24]
Angelica sinensis Dong quai It has been used for thousands of years in Asia, primarily in women's health.[25]
Arctium lappa Burdock It has been used traditionally as a diuretic and to lower blood sugar[26] and, in traditional Chinese medicine as a treatment for sore throat and symptoms of the common cold.[27]
Arnica montana Arnica The plant is used as an anti-inflammatory[28] and for osteoarthritis.[29]
Apium graveolens Celery The seed is used only occasionally in tradition medicine. Modern usage is primarily as a diuretic.[30]
Astragalus propinquus Astragalus It has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the immune system, and is used in modern China to treat hepatitis and as an adjunctive therapy in cancer.[31]
Atropa belladonna Belladonna Although toxic, was used historically in Italy by women to enlarge their pupils, as well as a sedative, among other uses. The name itself means "beautiful woman" in Italian.[32]
Azadirachta indica Neem Used in India to treat worms, malaria, rheumatism and skin infections among many other things. Its many uses have led to neem being called "the village dispensary" in India.[33]

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Bellis perennis Daisy The flowers have been used in the traditional Austrian medicine internally as tea (or the leaves as a salad) for treatment of disorders of the gastrointestinal and respiratory tract.[34]
Berberis vulgaris Barberry It has a long history of medicinal use, dating back to the Middle Ages particularly among Native Americans. Uses have included skin ailments, scurvy and gastro-intestinal ailments.[35]
Broussonetia kurzii Salae Known as Salae in Thailand where this species is valued as a medicinal plant.[36]

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Calendula officinalis Marigold Also named calendula, has a long history of use in treating wounds and soothing skin[37]
Capsicum annuum Cayenne The plant is a type of chili that has been used as both food and medicine for thousands of years. Uses have included reducing pain and swelling, lowering triglyceride and cholesterol levels and fighting viruses and harmful bacteria, due to high levels of Vitamin C.[38][39][40]
Capsicum frutescens Chili Its active ingredient, capsaicine, is the basic of commercial pain-relief ointments in Western medicine. The low incidence of heart attack in Thais may be related to capsaicine's fibronolytic action (dissolving blood clots).[41]
Carica papaya Papaya The plant is used for treating wounds.[42]
Cassia occidentalis Coffee senna The plant is used in a wide variety of roles in traditional medicine, including in particular as a broad-spectrum internal and external antimicrobial, for liver disorders, for intestinal worms and other parasites and as an immune-system stimulant.[43][44]
Catha edulis Khat It is a mild stimulant used for thousands of years in Yemen, and is banned today in many countries. Contains the amphetamine-like substance cathinone.
Chrysopogon zizanioides Vetiver It is used for skin care.[45]
Cinchona spec. Cinchona It is a genus of about 38 species of trees whose bark is a source of alkaloids, including quinine. Its use as a febrifuge was first popularized in the 17th century by Peruvian Jesuits.[46]
Citrus × aurantium Bitter orange It is used in traditional Chinese medicine and by indigenous peoples of the Amazon for nausea, indigestion and constipation.[47]
Citrus limon Lemon Along with other citruses, it has a long history of use in Chinese and Indian traditional medicine.[48] In contemporary use, honey and lemon is common for treating coughs and sore throat.
Cissampelos pareira Velvetleaf The plant is used for a wide variety of conditions.[49]
Cnicus benedictus Blessed thistle It was used during the Middle Ages to treat bubonic plague. In modern times, herbal teas made from blessed thistle are used for loss of appetite, indigestion and other purposes.[50]
Crataegus monogyna and Crataegus laevigata Hawthorn Its fruit has been used for centuries for heart disease. Other uses include digestive and kidney related problems.[51]
Curcuma longa Turmeric A spice that lends its distinctive yellow color to Indian curries, has long been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine to aid digestion and liver function, relieve arthritis pain, and regulate menstruation.[52]

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Digitalis lanata Digitalis or foxglove It came into use in treating cardiac disease in late 18th century England in spite of its high toxicity.a Its use has been almost entirely replaced by the pharmaceutical derivative Digoxin, which has a shorter half-life in the body, and whose toxicity is therefore more easily managed.[53] Digoxin is used as an antiarrhythmic agent and inotrope.[54]

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Echinacea purpurea Purple coneflower This plant and other species of Echinacea have been used for at least 400 years by Native Americans to treat infections and wounds, and as a general "cure-all" (panacea). It is currently used for symptoms associated with cold and flu[55][56]
Eriodictyon crassifolium Yerba Santa It was used by the Chumash people to keep airways open for proper breathing.[57]
Erysimum cheiri Wallflower It contains constituents that may affect the heart.[58]
Eucalyptus globulus Eucalyptus The leaves were widely used in traditional medicine as a febrifuge.[59] Eucalyptus oil is commonly used in over-the-counter cough and cold medications, as well as for an analgesic.[60]
Equisetum arvense Horsetail It dates back to ancient Roman and Greek medicine, when it was used to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis and kidney problems.[61]
Euonymus atropurpureus Wahoo The plant is a purgative and might effect the heart.[62]
Euphorbia hirta Asthma-plant It has been used traditionally in Asia to treat bronchitic asthma and laryngeal spasm.[63][64] It is used in the Philippines for dengue fever.[65]
Euterpe oleracea Açai Although açai berries are a longstanding food source for indigenous people of the Amazon, there is no evidence that they have historically served a medicinal, as opposed to nutritional role. In spite of their recent popularity in the United States as a dietary supplement, there is currently no evidence for their effectiveness for any health-related purpose.[66]

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Ferula assa-foetida Asafoetida It might be useful for IBS, high cholesterol, and breathing problems.[67]

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Ginkgo biloba Ginkgo The leaf extract has been used to treat asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, Alzheimer's and tinnitus.[68]
Glycyrrhiza glabra Licorice root It has a long history of medicinal usage in Eastern and Western medicine. Uses include stomach ulcers, bronchitis, and sore throat, as well as infections caused by viruses, such as hepatitis.[69]

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Hippophae rhamnoides Sea buckthorn The leaves are used as herbal medicine to alleviate cough and fever, pain, and general gastrointestinal disorders as well as to cure dermatologic disorders. Similarly, the fruit juice and oils can be used in the treatment of liver disease, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic wounds or other dermatological disorders.[70]
Hoodia gordonii Hoodia The plant is traditionally used by Kalahari San (Bushmen) to reduce hunger and thirst. It is currently marketed as an appetite suppressant.[71]
Hydrastis canadensis Goldenseal It was used traditionally by Native Americans to treat skin diseases, ulcers, and gonorrhea. More recently, the herb has been used to treat the respiratory tract and a number of other infections.[72]
Hypericum perforatum St. John's wort Widely used within herbalism for depression. Evaluated for use as an antidepressant, but with ambiguous results.[73][74][75]

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Larrea tridentata Chaparral The leaves and twigs are used by Native Americans to make a herbal tea used for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, cancer and a number of others. Subsequent studies have been extremely variable, at best. Chaparral has also been shown to have high liver toxicity, and has led to kidney failure, and is not recommended for any use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or American Cancer Society.[76][77]
Lavandula angustifolia Lavender It was traditionally used as an antiseptic and for mental health purposes. It was also used in ancient Egypt in mummifying bodies. There is little scientific evidence that lavender is effective for most mental health uses.[78]
Lawsonia inermis Henna The plants exhibits potential antibacterial activity. The alcoholic extract of the root has antibacterial activity due to the presence of flavonoid and alkaloids. Henna is also thought to show anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic effects in experimental animals.[79]
Linum usitatissimum Flaxseed The plant is most commonly used as a laxative. Flaxseed oil is used for different conditions, including arthritis[80]

M

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Malva sylvestris Mallow The seeds are used internally in a decoction or herbal tea[81] as a demulcent and diuretic, and the leaves made into poultices as an emollient for external applications.
Matricaria recutita and Anthemis nobilis Chamomille It has been used over thousands of years for a variety of conditions, including sleeplessness, anxiety, and gastrointestinal conditions such as upset stomach, gas, and diarrhea.[82]
Medicago sativa Alfalfa The leaves are used to lower cholesterol, as well as forum kidney and urinary tract ailments, although there is insufficient scientific evidence for its efficacy.[83]
Melaleuca alternifolia Tea tree oil It has been used medicinally for centuries by Australian aboriginal people. Modern usage is primarily as an antibacterial or antifungal agent.[84]
Melissa officinalis Lemon balm It is used as a sleep aid and digestive aid.[85]
Mentha x piperita Peppermint Its oil, from a cross between water mint and spearmint, has a history of medicinal use for a variety of conditions, including nausea, indigestion, and symptoms of the common cold.[86]
Mitragyna speciosa Kratom Kratom is known to prevent or delay withdrawal symptoms in an opioid-dependent individual, and it is often used to mitigate cravings thereafter. It can also be used for other medicinal purposes. Kratom has been traditionally used in regions such as Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Momordica charantia Bitter gourd The plant is used as an agent to reduce the blood glucose level.[87]
Morinda citrifolia Noni It has a history of use as for joint pain and skin conditions.[88]
Moringa oleifera Drumstick tree It is used for food and traditional medicine. It is undergoing preliminary research to investigate potential properties of its nutrients and phytochemicals

N

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Nasturtium officinale Watercress It may be diuretic and antibacterial.[89]
Nelumbo nucifera Lotus Sacred lotus has been the subject of a number of in-vitro and animal studies, exploring its pharmacologic effects, including antioxidant, hepatoprotective, immunomodulatory, anti-infective, hyperlipidemic, and psychopharmacologic activity[90] although clinical trials are lacking.

O

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Ocimum tenuiflorum Tulsi or Holy Basil It is used for a variety of purposes in medicine.[91]
Oenothera Evening primrose It's oil has been used since the 1930s for eczema, and more recently as an anti-inflammatory.[92]
Oenanthe Water dropwort The seeds are used for coughs, intestinal gas, and water retention.[93]
Origanum vulgare Oregano Used as an abortifacient in folk medicine in some parts of Bolivia and other northwestern South American countries, though no evidence of efficacy exists in Western medicine. Hippocrates used oregano as an antiseptic, as well as a cure for stomach and respiratory ailments. A Cretan oregano (O. dictamnus) is still used today in Greece as a palliative for sore throat. Evidence of efficacy in this matter is lacking.

P

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Panax spec. Ginseng Used medicinally, in particular in Asia, for over 2,000 years, and is widely used in modern society.[94]
Papaver somniferum Opium poppy The plant is the plant source of morphine, used for pain relief. Morphine made from the refined and modified sap is used for pain control in terminally ill patients. Dried sap was used as a traditional medicine until the 19th century.[citation needed]
Passiflora Passion flower Thought to have anti-depressant properties. Unknown MOA. Used in traditional medicine to aid with sleep or depression.

Peganum harmala Syrian Rue (aka Harmal) Can be used as an antidepressant, but carries significant risk. Used in traditional shamanistic rites in the amazon, and is a component of Ayahuasca, Caapi or Yajé (which is actually usually Banisteriopsis caapi but has the same active alkaloids).
Pelargonium sidoides Umckaloabo, or South African Geranium It is used in treating acute bronchitis[95]
Piper methysticum Kava The plant has been used for centuries in the South Pacific to make a ceremonial drink with sedative and anesthetic properties. It is used as a soporific, as well as for asthma and urinary tract infection[96]
Piscidia erythrina / Piscidia piscipula Jamaica dogwood The plant is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of insomnia and anxiety, despite serious safety concerns.[97] A 2006 study suggested medicinal potential.[98]
Ptelea trifoliata Wafer Ash The root bark is used for the digestive system.[99] Also known as hoptree.
Polemonium reptans Abscess root It is used to reduce fever, inflammation, and cough.[100]
Psidium guajava Guava It has a rich history of use in traditional medicine. It is traditionally used to treat diarrhea; however, evidence of its effectiveness is very limited.[101][102]

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Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary It has been used medicinally from ancient times.

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Salix alba White willow Plant source of salicylic acid, white willow is like the chemical known as aspirin, although more likely to cause stomach upset as a side effect than aspirin itself which can cause the lining in your stomach to be destroyed. Used from ancient times for the same uses as aspirin.[103]
Salvia officinalis Sage Shown to improve cognitive function in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease[104][105]
Sambucus nigra Elderberry The berries and leaves have traditionally been used to treat pain, swelling, infections, coughs, and skin conditions and, more recently, flu, common cold, fevers, constipation, and sinus infections.[106]
Saraca indica Ashoka tree The plant is used in Ayurvedic traditions to treat gynecological disorders. The bark is also used to combat oedema or swelling.[107]
Satureja hortensis Summer savory Its extracts show antibacterial and antifungal effects on several species including some of the antibiotic resistant strains.[108][109][110]
Sceletium tortuosum Kanna African treatment for depression. Suggested to be an SSRI or have similar effects, but unknown mechanism of activity.
Serenoa repens Saw palmetto It was used medicinally by the Seminole tribe[111]
Silybum marianum Milk thistle It has been used for thousands of years for a variety of medicinal purposes, in particular liver problems.[112]
Syzygium aromaticum Clove The plant is used for upset stomach and as an expectorant, among other purposes. The oil is used topically to treat toothache.[113]

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Tanacetum parthenium Feverfew The plant has been used for centuries for fevers, headaches, stomach aches, toothaches, insect bites and other conditions.[114]


Taraxacum officinale Dandelion It was most commonly used historically to treat liver diseases, kidney diseases, and spleen problems.[115]
Teucrium scordium Water germander It has been used for asthma, diarrhea, fever, intestinal parasites, hemorrhoids, and wounds.[116]
Thymus vulgaris Thyme The plant is used to treat bronchitis and cough. It serves as an antispasmodic and expectorant in this role. It has also been used in many other medicinal roles in Asian and Ayurvedic medicine, although it has not been shown to be effective in non-respiratory medicinal roles.[117]
Tilia cordata Small-leaved linden In the countries of Central, Southern and Western Europe, linden flowers are a traditional herbal remedy made into an herbal tea called tisane.[118]
Trigonella foenum-graecum Fenugreek It has long been used to treat symptoms of menopause, and digestive ailments. More recently, it has been used to treat diabetes, loss of appetite and other conditions[119]
Trifolium pratense Red clover The plant is an ingredient in some recipes for essiac tea. Research has found no benefit for any human health conditions.[120]
Triticum aestivum Wheatgrass It may contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds.[121]

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Uncaria tomentosa Cat's claw It has a long history of use in South America to prevent and treat disease.[122]

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Vaccinium spec. Blueberries They are of current medical interest as an antioxidant[123][124] and for urinary tract ailments.[125]
Vaccinium macrocarpon Cranberry It was used historically as a vulnerary and for urinary disorders, diarrhea, diabetes, stomach ailments, and liver problems. Modern usage has concentrated on urinary tract related problems.[126]
Vaccinium myrtillus Bilberry It is used to treat diarrhea, scurvy, and other conditions.[127]
Valeriana officinalis Valerian It has been used since at least ancient Greece and Rome for sleep disorders and anxiety.[128]
Verbena officinalis Verbena It is used for sore throats and respiratory tract diseases.[129]
Vernonia amygdalina Bitter leaf The plant is used by both primates and indigenous peoples in Africa to treat intestinal ailments such as dysentery.[130][131]
Veronica officinalis Veronica The plant is used for sinus and ear infections.[132]
Viscum album European mistletoe It has been used to treat seizures, headaches, and other conditions.[133]
Vitex agnus-castus Chasteberry It has been used for over thousands of years for menstrual problems, and to stimulate lactation.[134]
Vitis vinifera Grape The leaves and fruit have been used medicinally since the ancient Greeks.[135]

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Xanthoparmelia scabrosa n.n It is a lichen used for sexual dysfunction.[136]

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Zingiber officinale Ginger The plant is used to relieve nausea.[137]

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See also

Notes

  • ^ Digitalis use in the United States is controlled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and can only be prescribed by a physician. Misuse can cause death.
  • This encyclopedia is not a substitute for medical advice nor a complete description of these herbs, their dangers (up to and including death), and their (in)compatibility with alcohol or other drugs.

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Further reading

  • The dictionary definition of herbalism at Wiktionary
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