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Explore 2,700+ herbs with evidence-based information

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Bai Bu Root

Stemona sessilifolia

TCM herb that moistens lungs, stops cough, and kills parasites; used for chronic cough and topical for lice and scabies.

Moistens lung and stops cough3-9g dried; topical 10-20g in water wash
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Bai Guo

Ginkgo biloba (nut)

TCM nut for wheezing, cough with phlegm, and urinary incontinence.

Wheezing5-10g cooked nuts daily
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Bai He Bulb

Lilium brownii

TCM herb that nourishes lung yin, clears heat, and calms the spirit; used for dry cough, insomnia, and heart palpitations.

Nourishes lung yin6-12g dried bulb; cooked as food
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Respiratory

Bai Ji

Bletilla striata

A TCM herb that stops bleeding, heals ulcers, and reduces swelling of the lungs.

hemoptysis3-9g daily
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Respiratory

Balsam Poplar

Populus balsamifera

North American poplar with highly fragrant resinous buds; buds used by Indigenous peoples and herbalists for respiratory and pain conditions.

Respiratory conditions by many Indigenous peoples2–3 g buds as decoction; 2–3 mL tincture; bud infused oil topically
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Respiratory

Ban Xia Rhizome

Pinellia ternata

TCM most important herb for transforming damp-cold phlegm; dries dampness, descends rebellious qi, and stops vomiting.

Transforms damp-cold phlegm3-9g processed
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Respiratory

Barringtonia racemosa

Barringtonia racemosa

Tropical wetland tree used in Malay, Indian, and Pacific traditional medicine for fever, asthma, and skin diseases.

Fever treatment in Malay medicine5-10 g bark or leaf decoction
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Bayberry Bark

Morella cerifera

North American astringent herb used for mucous membrane inflammation, sore throat, and as circulatory stimulant.

Mucous membrane astringent0.3-2g dried bark; 0.5-2ml tincture
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Benzoin Resin

Styrax benzoin

Sumatran tree resin used medicinally and in perfumery; used in Southeast Asian traditional medicine for respiratory conditions, skin, and as incense.

Respiratory conditionsCompound benzoin tincture (Friar's Balsam) topically; inhalation for respiratory
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Bibhitaki

Terminalia bellirica

One of the three fruits in the Ayurvedic formula Triphala. Known as the herb that keeps disease away, with strong action on kapha dosha.

Rejuvenation3-6g powder daily
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Respiratory

Bitter Almond

Prunus dulcis var. amara

Middle Eastern variety of almond with amygdalin; used historically for cough and as antispasmodic.

Persian cough remedyExtremely limited use - toxic cyanide risk
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Respiratory

Black Elderflower

Sambucus nigra (flowers)

Elderflower, the delicate flower of the same plant that produces elderberries, has distinct medicinal properties focused on upper respiratory support and fever management. Used since ancient Egyptian times, elderflower is a classic European remedy for colds and flu, particularly as a diaphoretic to promote sweating and break fevers.

Fever reducer3-5g dried flowers as tea 3 times daily, or 2-4ml tincture 3 times daily
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Blephilia ciliata

Blephilia ciliata

Perennial herb of eastern North American woodlands with whorled pink flowers, used by Native Americans.

Used by Cherokee and other tribes for fevers and coughsTea: 1-2 tsp per cup 2x/day
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Borage Leaf

Borago officinalis leaf

European herb used for adrenal support, anti-inflammatory, and respiratory conditions; GLA in seeds.

Adrenal tonic in European herbalism3-5g dried leaf
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Respiratory

Brassica Nigra Herb

Brassica nigra

Pungent black mustard used across world cultures for respiratory poultices, digestive stimulation, and circulatory conditions.

mustard poultice for chest congestion in European medicineTopical poultice 10-15 min; seed as spice freely
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Bugambilia

Bougainvillea glabra

Ornamental plant widely used in Mexican folk medicine for respiratory conditions, cough, and as a diuretic; the flowers are the medicinal part.

Respiratory coughFlower tea: 2-3 cups daily
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Calliandra haematocephala

Calliandra haematocephala

South American ornamental legume used in folk medicine for respiratory conditions.

Respiratory conditions in South American folk medicine5-10 g bark or leaf decoction
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Respiratory

Callistemon citrinus

Callistemon citrinus

An Australian tree used in Aboriginal and folk medicine for antimicrobial, respiratory, and skin conditions.

Respiratory conditions2g dried leaf as tea
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Calycanthus floridus

Calycanthus floridus

Eastern North American aromatic shrub with bark used by Cherokee as a stimulant and colds remedy.

coldsBark tea 2-3g 2x/day
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Respiratory

Cang Er Zi

Xanthium sibiricum

TCM herb for nasal congestion and rhinitis; warming herb that opens nasal orifices.

rhinitis3-9g dried fruit or 300mg extract daily
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