Herbs take in raw materials and convert them to useful nutrients. Many herbs are rich in compounds that are pharmacologically active. Therefore they can be used in treating, curing or pereventing disease. plants may consist of several components, leaves, roots, fruit, flowers, bark, stems, and seeds. These parts contain active ingredients that give the plants medicinal properties. 
Here are some less well known herbs and their uses...... 

Ajenjo (also known as wormwood) Is used for any parasite problem. Also useful for gastritis,colitis or any conditions where microbes or parasites are suspected. 
Alisma- Very useful for chronic urinary tract infections 
Amargosa- Used internally to treat giardia or other protozoan/amoebic infestations.Used externally to treat ringworm infestations. 
Astragalus- Immune system strengthener,helps combat viral infections and other chronic conditions. 
Barberry- Cleans and strengthens the liver. Increases bile secretions which aids digestion of fats. 
Bee Propolis- Fights infections,you can apply externally to any skin infection.It also has antihistamine properties. 
Blessed Thistle- Among other things this herb stimulates milk production in the mother. 
Chickweed- combine the extract with some Vitamin E oil and apply directly to scar tissue to soften and minimize them. 
Cloves-Destroys parasite eggs and their cysts. 
Cornus Berry-Used to promote bladder control and strengthen kidneys. Externally apply to bacterial skin infections. 
Dandelion Root- Good blood cleanser,also VERY effective when used to dry up milk. 
Dioscoria- For frequent and excessive urination. 
Evening Primrose- Excellant source of GLA.Good to use to control eczema. False Unicorn Root- Good for infertility,will help raise sperm count. 
Fo-Ti-Used for female infertility,also helps rebuild and repair the endocrine system. 
GoldenRod- For respiratory allergies. 
Gotu Kola- Use when the skin looks like it has scales, also helps carry oxygen to the brain. 
Gravel Root- Good for prostate problems. 
Hydrangea Root- Helps shrink an enlarged prostate, also good for kidney and bladder problems. 
Lady's Slipper- Good for epilepsy. 
Male Fern- Good for parasites, especially tapeworm!!! (do not use for extended periods of time) 
Milk Thistle- Helps repair and rebuild a damged liver. Also helps restore red blood cells. 
Morinda- Good for nerve and joint pan. 
Nettle- Good for joint pain and inflammation. 
Plantain-Good for use in fighting allergies. 
Psoralea Seed- Good for skin problems including pigmentation problems, also good for incontinence. 
Schizandra Berry- Excellent anti allergenic and immune builder.(do not use during pregnancy) 
Slippery Elm- One of the best anti-diarrheals. 
Thuja- Helps prevent side effects of immunization.Also good for joint inflammation and to stop frequent urination due to loss of muscle tone. 
Yarrow-Good for infections, especially of the urinary tract. 
Yucca- Outstanding for arthritis and joint inflammations. Also very effective in helping with skin disorders. 
(disclaimer. the use of herbs is not intended to replace the recommendations of any health care practitioner.)