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Tincture of freshly harvested Geum macrophyllum root
AVENSROOT TINCTURE 2 OZ.
Our Price: $11.00

Geum macrophyllum. Avensroot is considered an excellent remedy for fevers and has been substituted for quinine in the past. Use the fresh root tincture, ½ to 1 teaspoon per half cup of warm water, every two to three hours. Wild harvested in the mountains of central Idaho.

The flowers are few, rose-like and terminal, generally yellow or flesh colored. The seed heads are burr-like. The leaves are long, pinnate and lyre-like, with large terminal lobes and smaller middle lobes. The plants grow in mid-altitude forest meadows, usually near water. The herb and root is gathered.

Cautions: Extremely large doses may cause stomach cramping and dryness of mucus membranes.

Constituents: Includes volatile oil composed of eugenol and a glucocide; gein, geum-bitter, tannic acid, gum and resin.

Dysentery – Avens is one of North America’s best dysentery remedies. Two teaspoons of tincture in 1 cup water water, sipped over several hours time will slow the problem. Usually two to three cups, taken throughout the day, will solve it.

Fevers – It is considered an excellent remedy for fevers and has been substituted for quinine in the past. Use the fresh root tincture, ½ to 1 teaspoon per half cup of warm water, every two to three hours.

Gynecological Aid – For uterine hemorrhage, excessive menstruation or spotting, 2 tsp. of tincture in 1 cup of water, taken in small doses during the day will generally be effective. Two or three days of treatment may be necessary to bring more severe situations under control.
Liver Aid – Aven’s eugenol increases the activity of the digestive enzyme trypsin, while the bitter component helps regulate liver and gallbladder function. Take a tea or tincture of the root, using one teaspoon of the root or ½ teaspoon of the tincture several times throughout the day.

Stomach Aid – Avens combines bitter-tonic properties with the astringent effects of its tannins and the antiseptic action of its volatile oil eugenol which is also found in cloves and allspice. A teaspoon of the root tincture per cup of hot water will aid stomach inflammation and irritability. Drink the tea between meals.

Throat Aid – Aven's astringency makes it very useful as a mouthwash or gargle in the treatment of gingivitis, halitosis and sore throats. Use 1 tsp. tincture per ½ cup water.

Photos: Tincture of Avensroot, Avensroot in flower, harvested Avensroot, Avensroot being prepared for tincturing.
Tincture of freshly harvested Actaea rubra root
BANEBERRY TINCTURE 2 OZ.
Our Price: $11.00

Actaea rubra Tincture of Baneberry root relieves pain and reduces inflammation, as well as increases peripheral circulation. The tincture is also useful in painful menses and bronchitis. Take 15-20 drops, 3 times a day. Wild harvested from the mountains of central Idaho.

The plant is usually branched with racemes of numerous small, white flowers in May through July. The flowers are borne in leaf axils or at the end of the stems. The large, divided, sharply toothed leaves are between ¾ and 3 ½” long. The poisonous fruits (berries) are bright red or waxy white and are clustered along the top of the stem. The berries are found from July through October. This member of the Buttercup family is found in moist forest areas and along stream banks throughout the Rocky Mountains.

Constituents: Protoanemonin, cimicifugin, cimigenol and actea-type glycosides.

Gynecological Aid – The fresh root tincture is used mixed with equal amounts of fresh Trillium root for menopausal women, providing relieve from hot flashes. Take 30 drops two to three times daily. Stop use immediately if gastroenteritis develops.

Pain Relief – Tincture of Baneberry root relieves pain and reduces inflammation, as well as increases peripheral circulation. The tincture is also useful in painful menses and bronchitis. Take 15-20 drops, 3 times a day.

Sedative – Small amounts (one part tinctured Baneberry to six parts tinctured valerian) of the fresh root tincture combines well with tincture of fresh valerian root for sleeplessness do to aches and pains, cramps, headache or backache.

PHOTOS: Baneberry root tincture, Baneberry in flower, Baneberry in fruit, Baneberry root.
Tincture of freshly harvested Gentiana calycosa flowers
BLUE GENTIAN TINCTURE 2 OZ.
Our Price: $11.00

Gentiana calycosa. The tincture of the flowers aids in joint inflammations. Take ½ teaspoon in one cup hot water. Take two to three times daily.

Cautions: Gentian can aggravate hyper-acidic conditions and ulcers. Large doses can cause nausea and vomiting. Avoid during pregnancy.

Constituents: The most pharmacologically-important constituents include iridoids, xanthones and alkaloids. Essential Oil: alpha-terpineol, carvacrol, limonene, linalol. Root: aluminum amarogentin, ascorbic-acid, ash, caffeic-acid, calcium, chromium, cobalt, gentialutine, gentiamarin, gentianine, gentianose, gentiin, gentiobiose, gentioside, gentioflavoside, gentiopicrin, gentioside, gentisein, gentisic-acid, gentisin, inulin, iron, isogentisin, magnesium, manganese, nicotinic-acid, oxycinnamic-acid, selenium, sucrose, sodium, sinapic-acid, swertiamarinm, syringic-acid, thiamin, tin and zinc.

Analgesic – The tincture of the flowers aids in joint inflammations. Take ½ teaspoon in one cup hot water. Take two to three times daily.

Antibacterial – Tincture of Gentian can be diluted with an equal amount of water and used to cleanse wounds, greatly reducing the chance of infection.

Bitters – Gentian is an excellent bitter, which stimulates appetite and digestion through a general stimulation of the digestive juices, increasing the production of saliva, gastric juices and bile. It also accelerates the emptying of the stomach. It is indicated wherever there is a lack of appetite, dyspepsia or flatulence. The general toning effect of bitters give this herb a role to play in treating debility and exhaustion. Although the root is the strongest portion of the plant, it is more environmental to use the flowers in the preparation of bitters, especially when using in combination with other bitter herbs (i.e. Horehound, Dandelion greens, Wormwood). Tincture of Gentian (or a mixture of bitter herbs with Gentian mixed one part to two of each of the others) is taken as needed in ½ teaspoon doses in ½ cup of warm water.

Digestive Aid – For greatest effectiveness as a digestive aid, take ¼ teaspoon tincture of Gentian in warm water ten minutes to one hour before mealtime. This will help with the breakdown of proteins and fats and improve the assimilation of nutrients such as iron and vitamin B-12.

Eating Disorders – Since the tincture of Gentian stimulates appetite, it is useful in treating cases of anorexia and appetite loss due to chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Since regular use of Gentian as a bitter decreases the desire for sweet and salty foods, it is useful in treating obesity, as well.

Liver Aid – The tincture is helpful in treating liver conditions, especially gall-bladder problems. Use ¼ teaspoon tincture in ½ cup warm water before meals and at bedtime. This dosage is also useful in treating an enlarged spleen.

Photos: Tincture of Gentian flowers, Gentian in a meadow, close-up of flowers, Andrew sits among the Gentian.
Tincture of fresh Clematis Columbiana flowers
BLUE VIRGINS BOWER FLOWER TINCTURE 2 OZ.
Our Price: $11.00

Clematis Columbiana 2 oz. dropper bottle Blue Virgin's Bower Flower. Take one or two droppers of the fresh flower tincture at the first indication of a migraine, such as visual disturbances. Take up to three times a day, but do not exceed this dosage. Do not take with other medications.


Virgin's Bower was collected by Nathaniel Wyeth along the Flathead River in Western Montana in 1833 and was named columbiana in 1834 by Thomas Nuttall, who did not realize that the Columbia River was actually far to the west.


Cautions: Clematis can cause symptoms of poisoning if taken in high doses. High doses may also cause gastrointestinal distress, diarrhea, colic, and irritation of the urinary tract. Extended contact with freshly harvested clematis can cause skin rashes and blisters. Clematis should never be used by children, or by women who are pregnant or lactating.


Constituents: The acrid compound anemonin, behenic-acid, beta-sitosterol, caffeic-acid, campesterol, ceryl-alcohol, clematine, clematitol, ginnol, ginnone, melissic-acid, protoanemonin, stigmasterol-glycolside, trimethylanmine, and vitalbosides.


PHOTOS: Blue Virgin's Bower Tincture, flowering Blue Virgin's Bower, Becky takes a break on a stump sprouting Red Belted Polypore during a Blue Virgin's Bower flower harvest.
Tincture of fresh first year Arctium lappa root.
BURDOCK ROOT TINCTURE 4 OZ.
Our Price: $11.50

Burdock Root Tincture (Arctium lappa) 4 oz. brown glass bottle. Burdock root works best on chronic and non-acute skin, sweat or sebaceous eruptions, ranging from acne to psoriasis. Burdock root has proven to be most effective for psoriasis if used over a long period of time.
Burdock is a European immigrant. This large perennial has huge, oval basal leaves with a sand paper-like texture. The first year’s growth is a large rosette of leaves. The second year produces a large thick leafed stalk top with burr-like purple flowers, which form into those Velcro-like seed heads, which hook onto clothing, fur and hair. The burrs are chaff-like, the seeds loosely bound within. The roots are carrot-like, fibrous and slightly aromatic. At maturity they average one to two feet long. Burdock prefers rich, moist soil. Roots are dug in early spring or late autumn.

Dermatological aid – Burdock root works best on chronic and non-acute skin, sweat or sebaceous eruptions, ranging from acne to psoriasis. Burdock root has proven to be most effective for psoriasis if used over a long period of time.

Cautions: Don't use if open sores are present or in the later stages of measles, or if you have excess stomach acid, irritable bowels, or ulcers or are experiencing diarrhea or heartburn. Pregnant women should also avoid burdock as it is a uterine stimulant. Burdock can lower blood sugar and in combination with insulin or other drugs to control blood sugar could possibly lower it too much. Diabetics should use burdock only under a physician's close supervision.

Constituents: Lignans, including arctigenin, its glycoside arctiin, and matairesinol. Polyacetylenes, in the root, mainly tridecadienetetraynes and tridecatrienetriynes, with the sulphur-containing arctic acid. Amino acids, such as [[alpha]]-guanidino-n-butyric acid Inulin in the roots Miscellaneous organic acids, fatty acids and phenolic acids; includingacetic, butyric, isovaleric, lauric, myristic, caffeic and chlorogenicacids.


PHOTOS: Burdock Root Tincture, early spring Burdock harvest, freshly dug root, washing root prior to processing.
Tincture of the whole fresh plants of Taraxacum officinale.
DANDELION (WHOLE PLANT) TINCTURE 4 OZ.
Our Price: $11.50

4 oz. brown glass bottle. (Taraxacum officinale). To aid the liver function and detoxification.

Dandelion hardly needs description, but for the sake of being consistent, here goes. This is a perennial herb with milky juice. It grows from an often branched taproot up to several feet long. The herb reproduces by seeds and by new shoots from the root crowns. The leaves are clustered at the top of the root crown. They vary in size from 2 to 12 inches long, divided into pairs of lobes, which are either pointed or blunt at the tips. The flower heads (it flowers up to nine months a year) are 1 to 2 inches across, composed of yellow petal-like ray flowers. The flower heads grow solitary. The seeds are attached to parachute-like hairs--and if you haven’t recently enjoyed the thrill of blowing them to the wind, I suggest you take up the sport. After all, they are going to sail away regardless. The common dandelion is a native of Europe. It prefers moist sites.

Cancer aid – Dandelion root has been traditionally used for preventing and treating cancer of most types. As a preventative, incorporate Dandelion root into your daily regime in the form of tea, tincture, capsules or coffee. Triple the dosage if working with active cancer.

Digestive aid – Since dandelion stimulates the gall-bladder, it can also help with chronic gastritis which often results from gall-bladder conditions. One to 1 ½ tsp. of root and leaf tincture in warm water should be taken before meals. The dandelion may be tinctured with other bitter herbs, such as gentian, burdock seed and yellow toadflax.

Diuretic – Dandelion is a non-potassium depleting diuretic (supposedly as effective as Lasix®) useful for treating fluid retention, cystitis, and hepatitis induced ascites (abnormal accumulation of fluid in the stomach). The herb is also applicable in cases of water retention due to heart problems, its action comparable to that of the drug `Frusemide'.

Kidney aid – The usual effect of a drug stimulating the kidney function is a loss of vital potassium from the body, which aggravates any cardio-vascular problem present. With Dandelion, however, we have one of the best natural sources of potassium. It thus makes an ideally balanced diuretic that may be used safely wherever such an action is needed.

Liver aid – is a leading remedy for an ailing liver. It stimulates the flow of bile, a fluid that aids fat digestion, which is why it's used for liver and gallbladder disorders. Dandelion has scientifically documented potent diuretic properties. It relieves constipation and eases bloating and swelling. Dandelion root may also be used in inflammation and congestion of liver and gall-bladder. It is specific in cases of congestive jaundice. Take ½ to 1 tsp. of tinctured root three times a day.

Tonic – Dandelion is one of the most valuable general tonic herbs. It can be taken in large quantities over a long period of time since it has rarely been know to produce toxic effects. As a general tonic for overall health--but specifically the liver, blood and urinary system--take 1 tsp. of tincture of leaves and roots daily.

PHOTOS: Tincture of Whole Dandelion, harvesting dandelion, a lovely specimen, cleaning the harvest.
Tincture of the whole fresh root of Taraxacum officinale.
DANDELION ROOT TINCTURE 4 OZ.
Our Price: $11.50

4 oz. brown glass bottle. (Taraxacum officinale). To aid the liver function and detoxification.

Dandelion hardly needs description, but for the sake of being consistent, here goes. This is a perennial herb with milky juice. It grows from an often branched taproot up to several feet long. The herb reproduces by seeds and by new shoots from the root crowns. The leaves are clustered at the top of the root crown. They vary in size from 2 to 12 inches long, divided into pairs of lobes, which are either pointed or blunt at the tips. The flower heads (it flowers up to nine months a year) are 1 to 2 inches across, composed of yellow petal-like ray flowers. The flower heads grow solitary. The seeds are attached to parachute-like hairs--and if you haven’t recently enjoyed the thrill of blowing them to the wind, I suggest you take up the sport. After all, they are going to sail away regardless. The common dandelion is a native of Europe. It prefers moist sites.

Cancer aid – Dandelion root has been traditionally used for preventing and treating cancer of most types. As a preventative, incorporate Dandelion root into your daily regime in the form of tea, tincture, capsules or coffee. Triple the dosage if working with active cancer.

Digestive aid – Since dandelion stimulates the gall-bladder, it can also help with chronic gastritis which often results from gall-bladder conditions. One to 1 ½ tsp. of root and leaf tincture in warm water should be taken before meals. The dandelion may be tinctured with other bitter herbs, such as gentian, burdock seed and yellow toadflax.

Diuretic – Dandelion is a non-potassium depleting diuretic (supposedly as effective as Lasix®) useful for treating fluid retention, cystitis, and hepatitis induced ascites (abnormal accumulation of fluid in the stomach). The herb is also applicable in cases of water retention due to heart problems, its action comparable to that of the drug `Frusemide'.

Kidney aid – The usual effect of a drug stimulating the kidney function is a loss of vital potassium from the body, which aggravates any cardio-vascular problem present. With Dandelion, however, we have one of the best natural sources of potassium. It thus makes an ideally balanced diuretic that may be used safely wherever such an action is needed.

Liver aid – is a leading remedy for an ailing liver. It stimulates the flow of bile, a fluid that aids fat digestion, which is why it's used for liver and gallbladder disorders. Dandelion has scientifically documented potent diuretic properties. It relieves constipation and eases bloating and swelling. Dandelion root may also be used in inflammation and congestion of liver and gall-bladder. It is specific in cases of congestive jaundice. Take ½ to 1 tsp. of tinctured root three times a day.

Tonic – Dandelion is one of the most valuable general tonic herbs. It can be taken in large quantities over a long period of time since it has rarely been know to produce toxic effects. As a general tonic for overall health--but specifically the liver, blood and urinary system--take 1 tsp. of tincture of leaves and roots daily.

PHOTOS: Tincture of Whole Dandelion, bringing in the harvest, cleaning the harvest, a separation of leaf and root.
Tincture of the whole fresh leaf of Taraxacum officinale.
DANDELION LEAF TINCTURE 4 OZ.
Our Price: $11.50



4 oz. brown glass bottle. (Taraxacum officinale). To aid the liver function and detoxification.

Dandelion hardly needs description, but for the sake of being consistent, here goes. This is a perennial herb with milky juice. It grows from an often branched taproot up to several feet long. The herb reproduces by seeds and by new shoots from the root crowns. The leaves are clustered at the top of the root crown. They vary in size from 2 to 12 inches long, divided into pairs of lobes, which are either pointed or blunt at the tips. The flower heads (it flowers up to nine months a year) are 1 to 2 inches across, composed of yellow petal-like ray flowers. The flower heads grow solitary. The seeds are attached to parachute-like hairs--and if you haven’t recently enjoyed the thrill of blowing them to the wind, I suggest you take up the sport. After all, they are going to sail away regardless. The common dandelion is a native of Europe. It prefers moist sites.

Cancer aid – Dandelion root has been traditionally used for preventing and treating cancer of most types. As a preventative, incorporate Dandelion root into your daily regime in the form of tea, tincture, capsules or coffee. Triple the dosage if working with active cancer.

Digestive aid – Since dandelion stimulates the gall-bladder, it can also help with chronic gastritis which often results from gall-bladder conditions. One to 1 ½ tsp. of root and leaf tincture in warm water should be taken before meals. The dandelion may be tinctured with other bitter herbs, such as gentian, burdock seed and yellow toadflax.

Diuretic – Dandelion is a non-potassium depleting diuretic (supposedly as effective as Lasix®) useful for treating fluid retention, cystitis, and hepatitis induced ascites (abnormal accumulation of fluid in the stomach). The herb is also applicable in cases of water retention due to heart problems, its action comparable to that of the drug `Frusemide'.

Kidney aid – The usual effect of a drug stimulating the kidney function is a loss of vital potassium from the body, which aggravates any cardio-vascular problem present. With Dandelion, however, we have one of the best natural sources of potassium. It thus makes an ideally balanced diuretic that may be used safely wherever such an action is needed.

Liver aid – is a leading remedy for an ailing liver. It stimulates the flow of bile, a fluid that aids fat digestion, which is why it's used for liver and gallbladder disorders. Dandelion has scientifically documented potent diuretic properties. It relieves constipation and eases bloating and swelling. Dandelion root may also be used in inflammation and congestion of liver and gall-bladder. It is specific in cases of congestive jaundice. Take ½ to 1 tsp. of tinctured root three times a day.

Tonic – Dandelion is one of the most valuable general tonic herbs. It can be taken in large quantities over a long period of time since it has rarely been know to produce toxic effects. As a general tonic for overall health--but specifically the liver, blood and urinary system--take 1 tsp. of tincture of leaves and roots daily.

PHOTOS: Tincture of Whole Dandelion, Dandelion, cleaning the harvest, preparing Dandelion leaf for tincture.
Tincture of the whole fresh flower of Taraxacum officinale.
DANDELION FLOWER TINCTURE 4 OZ.
Our Price: $11.50



4 oz. brown glass bottle. (Taraxacum officinale).

Dandelion hardly needs description, but for the sake of being consistent, here goes. This is a perennial herb with milky juice. It grows from an often branched taproot up to several feet long. The herb reproduces by seeds and by new shoots from the root crowns. The leaves are clustered at the top of the root crown. They vary in size from 2 to 12 inches long, divided into pairs of lobes, which are either pointed or blunt at the tips. The flower heads (it flowers up to nine months a year) are 1 to 2 inches across, composed of yellow petal-like ray flowers. The flower heads grow solitary. The seeds are attached to parachute-like hairs--and if you haven’t recently enjoyed the thrill of blowing them to the wind, I suggest you take up the sport. After all, they are going to sail away regardless. The common dandelion is a native of Europe. It prefers moist sites.

Cancer aid – Dandelion root has been traditionally used for preventing and treating cancer of most types. As a preventative, incorporate Dandelion root into your daily regime in the form of tea, tincture, capsules or coffee. Triple the dosage if working with active cancer.

Digestive aid – Dandelion flower makes a bitter and a powerful digestive aid; 1/2 to 1 tsp. added to hot or cold water.

Diuretic – Dandelion flower tincture has potent diuretic properties. The flower, root, leaf or whole Dandelion tinctures are a non-potassium depleting diuretic (supposedly as effective as Lasix®) useful for treating fluid retention, cystitis, and hepatitis induced ascites (abnormal accumulation of fluid in the stomach). The herb is also applicable in cases of water retention due to heart problems, its action comparable to that of the drug `Frusemide'.

Tonic – Dandelion flower tincture is good for overall health, from stimulating digestion to liver cleansing. Take 1 tsp. in 1 cup of warm (not hot) water,

PHOTOS: Dandelion Flower Tincture, Brandy harvests Dandelion flowers, Violet and Brenda garble Dandelions flowers.
Tincture of fresh Alumroot
ALUMROOT TINCTURE 2 oz. Dropper Bottle
Our Price: $12.00

Heuchera sp. Wild harvested in central Idaho. Alumroot is an excellent remedy for hemorrhage, diarrhea, nosebleeds, and presence of red blood cells in the urine, blood-stained sputum or profuse menstruation. Since the root contains a high concentration of tannins it acts as a powerful astringent, which is effective against diarrhea, cholera and dysentery.

Taken internally, Alumroot's potent astringency is an old and reliable treatment for internal piles and hemorrhoids. The herb’s root has a potent healing effect on the entire gastrointestinal tract and has been used as an excellent treatment against pus and mucus in the bladder and intestines as well as other mucous discharges. It is helpful in reducing inflammation of the mucous membranes and is helpful in the treatment of ulcers.

Also considered an effective antibacterial, Alumroot is helpful in fighting leucorrhea and the bacteria associated with tuberculosis.

Constituents: Includes tannin, phlebotannins, and assorted polyhydric phenols with galloyl glucosides.

Diarrhea – Take ¼ to ½ tsp. in ½ cup warm water. Sip slowly.

Hemorrhaging – For ulcers of the stomach and esophagus take ¼ tsp. of the tincture before every meal.

Stomach Aid – Take Alumroot tincture in small doses (¼ tsp.) to ease vomiting and diarrhea.

Throat Aid – Combine 1 tsp. Alumroot tincture with ½ tsp. Oregon Grape Root tincture and 1 tsp. sea or mineral salt in 1 cup warm water. Mix well. Gargle with the mixture.

PHOTOS: Alumroot Tincture, mountain habitat where we harvest Alumroot, Alumroot plant, prepared fresh Alumroot ready for tincturing.