Feverfew

Feverfew is an herb that originated in the Balkans but has now spread throughout the world.

Feverfew, cut, 1 oz (Tanacetum parthenium) Feverfew  is an herbal remedy that has been used for the prevention of migraine headaches [1][2], rheumatoid arthritis, stomach aches, toothaches, insect bites, fever,…

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Herb List

The master list of herbs available at Illuminations Center for Enlightenment.

Master List of Herbs at Illuminations The following is a list of herbs that are currently available or have been available in the past for purchase at Illuminations. To find…

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Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus tree leaves are a popular herbal remedy for decongestion.

Eucalyptus, cut, 1 oz (Eucalyptus globulus) Eucalyptus is well known for its ability to relieve cold symptoms but it has other uses such as repelling insects and in magic such…

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Elderberries

Elderberries ready to harvest.

Elderberries, whole, 1oz (Sambucus nigra) Herbal Uses of Elderberries Upper Respiratory Tract Infections Elderberries help with the symptoms of cold and flu as they have antiviral and antihistamine properties. They…

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Echinacea (Purple Coneflower)

Echinacea has become a mainstream plant for herbal remedies.

Purple Coneflower, 1 oz, cut leaf (Echinacea purpurea) Herbal Uses of Echinacea Infections Used as a remedy for the common cold, urinary tract infections, vaginal yeast infections, ear infections, and…

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Devil’s Shoestring

Polygonum amphibium, the roots of which are known as Devil's Shoestring.

Devil’s Shoestring, root, 1 oz (Polygonum amphibium) Herbal Uses of Devil’s Shoestring Traditional Medicine Devil’s Shoestring, also known as water knotweed, has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes.…

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Devil’s Claw Root

The plant of the Devil's Claw. The root is used in herbal medicine.

Devil’s Claw Root, Cut, 1 oz (Harpagophytum procumbens) Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is native to southern Africa[1] and can be found in the Sonoran desert, from southern California into Texas and south into Mexico[2]. Herbal Uses of Devil’s Claw Pain…

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Damiana Leaf

Damiana plant.

Damiana Leaf, cut, 1 oz (Turnera diffusa) Depression and Anxiety Herbalists often prescribe damiana for mild to moderate depression, anxiety and nervous exhaustion due to its stimulating and restorative properties[1].…

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Comfrey Root

Comfrey is an herb used for pain relief.

Comfrey Root 1 oz (Symphytum Officinale) Herbal Uses of Comfrey Root Skin Comfrey root has vulnerary and astringent properties and is used topically to heal wounds and bruises. It’s sometimes…

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Cloves

Cloves on a branch before they are picked and dried for use.

Cloves Whole 1 oz (Syzygium aromaticum) Herbal Uses of Cloves Nausea Clove acts as a natural anesthetic agent, numbing the stomach lining and preventing vomiting reflex [1]. It is also…

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