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Explore 2,700+ herbs with evidence-based information

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Shalaparni

Desmodium gangeticum

One of the Dashamoola (ten root) Ayurvedic herbs, used for nervous system, musculoskeletal conditions, and as a tonic.

Nervous system support3-6g root powder daily; 500mg extract twice daily
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Shigru

Moringa oleifera (seeds/bark)

Ayurvedic bark and seed preparation of moringa with anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties.

Ayurvedic arthritis remedy500mg-1g extract or 2-5g bark powder daily
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Si Gua Luo

Luffa cylindrica

TCM use of dried loofah fibers for joint pain and meridian obstruction.

Joint pain and stiffness5-15g in decoction daily
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Snow Lotus Flower

Saussurea laniceps

A rare high-altitude herb from the Himalayas used in Tibetan medicine for joint pain and uterine tonic.

arthritis3-9g dried herb daily
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Solomon Seal Root

Polygonatum biflorum

A woodland herb valued by both Native Americans and TCM practitioners for musculoskeletal repair and moistening dryness.

Joint repair3-9g dried rhizome in decoction or 2-5ml tincture 3x daily
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Ssanghwa Tang Herbs

Eucommia ulmoides

Chinese and Korean tree bark used as kidney-liver tonic for back pain, hypertension, and as connective tissue strengthener, unique for rubber content.

Back and knee pain from kidney deficiency in TCM and Hanbang9-15g bark in decoction daily; 500mg extract twice daily
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Stephania Root

Stephania tetrandra

A TCM herb that clears heat, promotes urination, and expels wind-damp; used for joint pain, edema, and hypertension in Chinese medicine.

Wind-damp joint pain and swelling5-10g decoction or 300mg extract twice daily
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Sucupira

Pterodon pubescens

Brazilian tree seeds used in folk medicine for joint inflammation, arthritis, and infections, with anti-inflammatory research interest.

Arthritis and joint conditions in Brazilian folk medicine500-1000mg seed extract twice daily; tincture 2-3ml 2x daily
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Symphytum Tuberosum

Symphytum tuberosum

Perennial European herb related to common comfrey, used topically in folk medicine for joint and bone conditions.

joint pain topicallyTopical cream or ointment 2–3x daily for max 6 weeks
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Symphytum uplandicum

Symphytum x uplandicum

Hybrid comfrey with higher pyrrolizidine alkaloid content; used topically for musculoskeletal conditions.

muscle painTopical cream applied 2-3x/day
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Teasel

Dipsacus fullonum

A European/Chinese herb whose root (Xu Duan in TCM) is specific for strengthening bones, tendons, and treating Lyme disease.

Bone fractures1-3ml tincture 3x daily or 9-15g root decoction (TCM)
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Thapsia garganica

Thapsia garganica

North African and Mediterranean Apiaceae with extremely irritating resin historically used for rubefacient effects.

Rubefacient in traditional medicineOnly diluted preparations historically - extreme caution
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Triphala Guggulu

Terminalia/Commiphora combination

Classical Ayurvedic formulation combining Triphala and Guggul for arthritis and metabolic conditions.

Ayurvedic joint formula500mg-1g twice daily under Ayurvedic guidance
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Urtica Urens

Urtica urens

Annual nettle species with similar properties to stinging nettle; used in Mediterranean and North African medicine for arthritis, iron deficiency, and diuretic purposes.

ArthritisHerb tea: 2-3 cups daily; 1-2ml tincture 3x daily; topical urtication for arthritis
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Musculoskeletal

Vigna mungo

Vigna mungo

South Asian legume with warming properties in Ayurveda; used for nerve strength and musculoskeletal conditions.

nerve weaknessAs food in dal preparations
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Wei Mao

Euonymus alatus

TCM herb for blood stasis, joint pain, and irregular menstruation.

Blood stasis pain5-10g in decoction daily
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White Poplar

Populus alba

European and Central Asian poplar with salicin bark used in traditional medicine for rheumatism.

European rheumatism herb2-4g bark as tea or 1-2ml tincture 3x daily
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Wild Celery

Apium graveolens var. secalinum

European wild celery used for gout, joint pain, and urinary disorders.

Gout relief2-4g dried herb or 2-4ml tincture
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Wisteria sinensis

Wisteria sinensis

Ornamental Chinese climbing legume; stem used in traditional Chinese folk medicine for joint pain.

joint painStem decoction 9-15g 2x/day
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Wu Jia Pi

Eleutherococcus gracilistylus

TCM bark for wind-damp conditions, weak bones, and delayed development.

Joint pain and weakness5-10g in decoction or infused in wine
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