Alder (Alnus glutinosa)

The bark and leaves are used in medicine. People take black alder for bleeding, sore throats, fever, swelling, constipation, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer. Botanical characteristics

Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.)

Beech Nut Fagus sylvatica, is a nutrient-dense nut that supports kidney disease, infant health, digestion, hair care and headache relief. Botanical characteristics

Black Poplar ( Populus nigra L)

Populus nigra L. (PN) is a poplar tree of the Salicaceae family with high therapeutic potential due to the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, hypouricemic, anti-tumour and antimicrobial properties of its various fractions. PN has traditionally been used to treat arthritis, rheumatism, liver disorders and fever. Botanical characteristics

Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus L.)

Various blackberry plants are useful in the treatment of cancer, dysentery, diarrhoea, hacking cough, colitis, toothache, anaemia, psoriasis, sore throat, mouth ulcers, mouthwash, haemorrhoids and minor bleeding. Botanical characteristics

Cassis / Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum L.)

As well as vitamin C, blackcurrants are packed with antioxidants and anthocyanins. These can help boost your immune system, soothe sore throats and relieve flu symptoms. Blackcurrant leaves also have a number of properties, including: antimicrobial. Botanical characteristics

Cedarwood / Lebanese Cedar (Cedrus libani A. Rich.)

Cedarwood oil has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This may make it beneficial for skin conditions such as acne. Botanical characteristics

Dog-Rose (Rosa canina L.)

The leaves of the dog rose have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They are used to treat colds, flu, itching, eczema and coughs. They are most commonly used in the form of tea. The leaves, in contrast to the fruits, have not been extensively studied. Botanical characteristics

Downy Birch (Betula pubescens)

Downy birch (Betula pubescens) is also used as a diuretic to increase urine output. Some people take birch with plenty of fluids for "irrigation therapy" to flush out the urinary tract. Other uses include treating arthritis, joint pain (rheumatism), hair loss and skin rashes. Botanical characteristics

Elecampane (Inula helenium)

Elecampane is an herb. The root is used to make medicines. Elecampane is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma, bronchitis and whooping cough. It is also used to prevent coughing, especially cough caused by tuberculosis, and as an expectorant to loosen phlegm so that it can be coughed up more easily. Botanical characteristics

Elm Tree (Ulmus minor)

Elm bark is used for digestive disorders and severe diarrhoea. It is sometimes used as a diuretic to reduce water retention or as an astringent. On the skin, elm bark is used to clean open or festering wounds. Botanical characteristics

European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)

European Hornbeam is a dietary supplement with many health benefits. It is known to help improve digestion, reduce inflammation and boost the immune system. It is also known to help lower cholesterol, improve circulation and reduce the risk of heart disease. Botanical characteristics

Field Maple (Acer campestre L.)

The bark of the field maple has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including rheumatism and diarrhoea. Botanical characteristics

Giant Sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum)

Sequoia Gigantea is also indicated for conditions such as prostate hypertrophy and adenoma, osteoarthritis in the elderly, osteoporosis, trophic and psychological disorders of ageing, adrenal atrophy, dysmenorrhoea and porous bones. Botanical characteristics

Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba L.)

Ginkgo has long been used to treat blood disorders and memory problems. Today it is best known as a way to potentially keep your memory sharp. Laboratory studies have shown that ginkgo improves circulation by opening blood vessels and making blood less sticky. It is also an antioxidant. Botanical characteristics

Hazel (Corylus avellana L.)

Hazelnuts contain oil, protein, fibre and antioxidants. The antioxidants in hazelnut may have benefits for heart health. People use hazelnut for obesity, high cholesterol, heart disease, dementia and other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Botanical characteristics

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum L.)

Horse Chestnut extract has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and can help relieve pain and inflammation. It may also benefit other health conditions such as haemorrhoids and male infertility caused by swollen veins. Horse Chestnut, or Aesculus hippocastanum, is a tree native to the Balkan Peninsula. Botanical characteristics

Juniper (Juniperus communis)

Potential medicinal uses of the berry or extract of J. communis in several traditional medical systems describe its use as a diuretic, general antiseptic as well as for treating gastrointestinal disorders. It has also been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. Botanical characteristics

Oak (Quercus pedunculata)

Quercus Pedonculata corrects adrenal hormone deficiency and low blood pressure. Its action is mainly functional (it has no organic activity of its own) and it can be used to complement most other gemmotherapy remedies. Botanical characteristics

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.)

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) is an evergreen, bushy shrub native to the Mediterranean and sub-Himalayan regions. In folk medicine it has been used as an antispasmodic, mild analgesic, to treat intercostal neuralgia, headache, migraine, insomnia, emotional upset and depression. Botanical characteristics

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris L.)

Scots pine improves breathing and relieves coughs thanks to its antitussive properties. It is also anti-inflammatory and decongestant of the upper airways. Scots pine has a bronchopulmonary tropism. Botanical characteristics

Silver Fir (Abies alba)

Abies alba, commonly known as the silver fir, is renowned for its medicinal properties, which include relieving respiratory problems, improving digestion and boosting the immune system. Botanical characteristics

Walnut (Juglans regia)

The medicinal plant Juglans regia Linn. has been used extensively in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments including helminthiasis, diarrhoea, sinusitis, stomach pains, arthritis, asthma, eczema, scrofula, skin disorders and various endocrine diseases such as diabetes mellitus, anorexia, thyroid dysfunction... Botanical characteristics

Wayfaring tree (Viburnum lantana)

Wayfaring tree (Viburnum lantana) is a remedy for chronic allergies that develop into asthma, eczema or chronic spasmodic rhinitis. Botanical characteristics