Morning Star Herbals Store

Bulk Herbs

Barberry Herb (Berberis vulgaris)
1 oz. - $3.50 / 8 oz. - $13.50

Uses: Barberry can help with Liver and Gallbladder complaints. It can stimulate and tone the liver, therefore helping with the flow of bile and helps eliminate toxins from the liver, stomach and intestinal tract.
It can help with weak or anemic conditions.
It also helps regulate the digestive system by stimulating the appetite. It tones the spleen which helps with the Lymphatic system.
*Should not be used during pregnancy.

1 oz
8oz

Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroid) -
1 oz. - $3.50 / 8 oz. - $17.50

Uses: This herb is an antirheumatic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, nervine, tonic and vermifuge.
In other words it is great for women's problems such as cramps, Leukorrhea, it can help start a period, and has been used to help reduce a heavy menstrual flow.
It can help induce labor as well.
It can help with abdominal cramping and helps with headaches and seizures.
This herb was used by the Native Americans and the first settlers in the 19th century. They used it to induce labor, treat menstrual cramps and to help with abdominal pain in both sexes.
The Iroquois used it to treat arthritis, the Mohegan to treat urinary tract infections and the Cherokee used it as a tranquilizer.
In folk medicine it has been used to expel the afterbirth and is suggested to take at the onset of labor pains.

*PRECAUTIONS: Should not be used during pregnancy, and if nursing wait 12 hours after taking it before feeding your infant. It can cause gastro intestinal irritation and can interfere with existing angina therapy.

1 oz
8oz

Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) -
1 oz. - $2.50 / 8 oz. - $11.75

Uses: Can help with fever, bronchitis and influenza.

It is a sedative, laxative, expectorant, diaphoretic. It is also good to use w/broken bones

*Should not be used during pregnancy

1 oz
8 oz

Burdock Root (Arctium luppa) - 1 oz. - $2.00
8 oz. - $9.00

Uses: Helps with many skin ailments like eczema, psoriasis & dermatitis. Good for colds & fevers, bladder troubles, cystitis, kidney troubles and rheumatism.
Good for staph infection due to it's antibiotic properties.
Can help w/anorexia due to it's bitter tonic action which stimulates the appetite.
Can help with hypoglycemia and diabetes.
This herb is: alterative, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, antineoplastic, antiscorbutic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, aperient, demulcent, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, orexigenic, stomachic, tonic, vulnerary
*Should not be used during pregnancy and lactating. Excessive dose can interfere w/existing hypoglycemic therapy.

1 oz
8 oz

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) - 1 oz - $4.50

Very good for cuts, scrapes, fevers, eye problems, stings, bronchial problems, indigestion, menstrual troubles.

Great for putting in salves for skin problems.

Uses: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aperient, astringent, cholagogue, circulatory stimulant, detergent, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, emollient, febrifuge, hepatic, hypotensor, resolvent, sedative, vulnerary.

1 oz

Catnip (Nepeta cataria) 1 oz $2.00 - 8 oz. $12.00

Uses: Catnip actions are: sedative, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial.
This tea is good for colds, colic, migraines and digestive disorders. Children and infants can be given catnip safely.
Externally it can be used for arthritis and hemorrhoids, and is a good insect repellent, rub a little catnip over you and not only will your cat lover you the mosquitoes will stay away!

1 oz
8 oz

Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) - 1oz - $2.25- 8oz $14.00
Uses: Good for cramps, diarrhea, fevers, fluid retentio n, hair rinse, headache, heartburn, loss of appetite, migraines, swellings, teething, colic.

*If you have a sensitivity to ragweed you should avoid Chamomile. Avoid excessive use while pregnant and lactating.

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8 oz

Chaste Berry (Vitex agnus-castus) - 1oz $1.50 8oz $9.50
Medical Uses:Good for women's issues, especially for menstrual irregularities. Can be used for PMS, impotence, infertility in women, uterine bleeding, and menopause. And can help bring on menstruation and lactation. Also good for hangovers, constipation and flatulence.

*Should not be used during pregnancy and should not be given to children.

1 oz
8 oz

CHICKWEED (Stellaria media)
Good for colds, sore throats, gastroesophageal reflux disease, asthma, eye infections, constipation, bronchitis. Externally used for burns, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, insect bites, boils.
It's medical actions are: Alterative, Antirheumatic, Antiscorbutic, Antiseptic, Diuretic (mild), Emollient, Expectorant, Demulcent, Laxative, Nutritive, Pectoral, Refrigerant.

1 oz - $2.00 / 8 oz. - $13.50

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8 oz

Bayberry Root Bark (Myrica cerifera)
1 oz. - $2.00 8 oz. - $11.00
Bayberry bark in an astringent. The decoction is good to use for the gums, throat and the mouth in general, especially with canker sores. It is also a stimulant and can help with congested coughs by bringing up phlegm.
If used in a poultice it's best combined with Slippery Elm.
**Should not be used during pregnancy****

1 oz
8 oz

Alfalfa
1 oz. - $1.50 8 oz. - $7.00
Alfalfa helps you absorb calcium by giving you a good dose of Vitamin K, it is one of the best sources of Vitamin K. It can help keep calcium in your bones and out of your arteries, which causes hardening of the arties. It also provides beta-carotene and vitamins C, E. With all the vitamins it's great to take while pregnant or breast feeding. To help bring in your milk it's great to use with Marshmallow Root.

1 oz
8 oz

Cinnamon
1 oz. $1.50 8 oz. $6.50
Even though cinnamon is a very common flavoring it also has medicinal properties as well. It's good for nausea, loss of appetite, cramps and flatulence. It's very gentle and great to give to children with upset stomachs. Cinnamon has been used for thousands of years for chronic diarrhea, colds, hypertension and kidney trouble.

1 oz
8oz

Cleavers
1 oz. $1.50 8 oz. $8.85
Cleavers is a good blood purifier, and can help with skin eruptions and psoriasis. It can help with colds. It has also been used through history to help fight against kidney stones.

1 oz
8 oz

Comfrey Leaf
1 oz. $1.50 8 oz. $7.15
Comfrey has been shown to help with bruises, psoriasis, eczema and other skin problems when applied topically. Comfrey Leaf is best used in salves, ointments or compresses. Precautions: Comfrey Leaf is best used externally and should not be used on broken skin. It should also not be used while pregnant.

1 oz
8 oz

Comfrey Root
1 oz. $1.75 8 oz. $11.60
Comfrey Root is good to help reduce swelling, especially due to sprains. It can help with bruising and promotes healing of broken bones. Precautions: Comfrey Root is best used externally and should not be used on broken skin. It should also not be used while pregnant.

1 oz
8 oz

Cramp Bark
1 oz. $4.75 8 oz. $32.60
The name says it all. This is used for spasms of all kinds, especially in regards to the uterus. While relaxing muscles it helps relax the intestines and skeletal muscles. It has been used to help with premenstrual cramps and the spasms after child birth, as well as helping with preventing miscarriage, or pre-term labor. If taken for premenstrual cramps and the pain does not subside, the pain is probably not coming from uterine muscle spasms
Precautions: Do not use if you have a sensitivity to aspirin.
If taken in very large doses you may experience diarrhea or nausea.

1 oz
8 oz

Dandelion Leaf
1 oz. $1.80 8 oz. $12.98
Dandelion leaf helps release bile from the gallbladder into the liver. The release of bile is laxative and indirectly can have a positive effect on eczema and other skin conditions. Dandelion Leaf is good to help with liver and gall bladder disorders, especially in incomplete digestion of fats. Like Dandelion Root the leaf is on of the best diuretics. It stimulates urination and replaces potassium lost through urination. It can help relieve premenstrual fluid retention.
Precautions: Do not use if having problems with gallstones.

1 oz
8 oz

Echinacea Root
1 oz. $1.80 8 oz. $12.98
Echinacea is good to help fight colds, boosting the immune system. It has been known to help with chronic yeast infections in women and urinary tract infections in both sexes. Native Americans have used it to treat bites and stings of all insects
Precautions: Use caution if allergic to ragweed.

1 oz
8 oz

Elecampane Root
1 oz. $1.55 8 oz. $11.22
Elecampane being an expectorant is good to use for congested coughs and bronchitis. It is also helpful with bronchial asthma. Due to it also being a bitter it can help with digestion, it can help with the absorption of nutrients, as well as help stimulate the appetite and relieves dyspepsia. Yeast infections and parasites has also been helped with the use of the root.
Precautions: If allergic to ragweed use caution. Do not take more than 1/4 teaspoon in a dose and do not use more than 3/4 teaspoon a day. Over use has been known to cause cramps and diarrhea. DO NOT USE WHILE PREGNANT. Not recommended for long term use, over use has been known to cause vomiting and nausea.

1 oz
8 oz

Elder Flower
1 oz. $2.30 8 oz. $16.00
Elder Flowers are known to help fight against influenza. It is good for chronic respiratory congestion, for it helps tone up the respiratory tract. It helps with laryngitis, tonsillitis. It can help with candidiasis. It can help detox the body by stimulating perspiration and production of urine. It can help speed up recovery from chickenpox and measles. It can help with anxiety and depression. Used topically it can be used on sunburn, cuts and wounds and chilblains.
If feeling a cold coming on a great combination is Elder Flower, Yarrow and Peppermint.
Precautions: none known, even though over use can cause nausea or vomiting in some

1 oz
8 oz