The Herb Library
Botanicals catalogued by their Persian nature — to be read, prepared, and lived with.
Saffron
Uplifts mood, supports the heart.
Rose
Calms the heart, soothes the spirit.
Ginger
Kindles digestion, dispels cold.
Turmeric
Cleanses the liver, eases inflammation.
Cinnamon
Warms circulation, balances sweetness.
Fennel
Soothes the stomach, eases bloating, brightens the eyes.
Cardamom
Sweetens the breath, lifts the heart, eases nausea.
Sumac
Cools the liver, sharpens appetite, tames rich foods.
Mint
Refreshes the spirit, calms the stomach, clears the head.
Chamomile
Quiets the nerves, draws out tension, invites deep sleep.
Black Seed
Strengthens immunity — Avicenna called it 'cure for all but death'.
Licorice
Soothes the throat, harmonizes formulas, supports adrenals.
Thyme
Opens the chest, clears the lungs, supports respiratory health.
Borage
Lifts melancholy, calms the heart — the classic Persian gladdener.
Fenugreek
Warms the joints, nourishes blood, balances sugar.
Dill
Calms colic, aids digestion, freshens the breath.
Tarragon
Stirs appetite, soothes nerves, a staple of Persian sabzi.
Persian Basil
Lifts the spirit, clears the head, sweetens the breath.
Cumin
Kindles digestion, dispels gas, slims the body.
Coriander
Cools heat, calms the heart, soothes the stomach.
Lavender
Lifts melancholy, quiets the mind, eases headaches.
Sage
Sharpens memory, eases sweats, strengthens the gums.
Marshmallow
Soothes dry coughs, calms the urinary tract, softens dryness.
Golpar
The Persian angelica — eases joint cold, balances fava beans.
Barberry
Cleanses the liver, cools fever, awakens the appetite.
Garlic
A classic immune ally that supports circulation and heart health.
Rosemary
Sharpens memory and focus, supports circulation and digestion.
Holy Basil (Tulsi)
An adaptogenic herb that helps the body meet daily stress.
Ashwagandha
Rooting adaptogen for stress resilience, sleep, and steady energy.
Milk Thistle
Traditional liver tonic — supports the body's natural detox pathways.
Dandelion
A bitter green that supports digestion, the liver, and gentle cleansing.
Peppermint
Cooling aromatic that soothes digestion and eases tension headaches.