Immunity

A sweet, mild root used in TCM to support qi — the body's vital energy — and the immune system.

Traditional use: Sliced into long-cooked soups, especially in autumn to 'fortify the lungs.' Studied for effects on immune cell…

The purple coneflower long used by Plains Indigenous peoples — the most widely-adopted Native American medicinal plant.

Traditional use: Root and aerial parts used at the first sign of colds, flu, and infections, and applied to wounds and snake bi…

Silvery leaves from the olive tree — bitter, mildly antimicrobial, rich in oleuropein.

Traditional use: Brewed as a tea or taken as extract for blood-pressure support, immune resilience, and mild colds.

A small fragrant mountain herb gathered in summer across the Armenian highlands.

Traditional use: Brewed as a daily tea for colds, sore throat, and unsettled stomachs. Honey is added once the tea cools.

A revered Indian basil grown by the doorway of many homes — both a sacred plant and a daily adaptogenic tea.

Traditional use: Brewed daily for stress, low-grade colds, and steady mood. Often called the 'queen of herbs.'

The 'drumstick tree' — its leaves are an extraordinarily nutrient-dense green used across Africa and South Asia.

Traditional use: Powder stirred into porridges, soups, and juices for everyday nutrition, energy, and breastfeeding support.

The naturally dry, citrusy fruit pulp of the iconic African baobab tree — exceptionally rich in vitamin C.

Traditional use: Stirred into water, milk, or porridge as a daily tonic for immunity and digestion. Children love its tart flav…

Tart red berries from the dogwood, ripe in late summer and dried or cooked into syrup.

Traditional use: Made into a tart syrup for children's upset stomachs and to gently lower fever. The dried berries make a vitam…