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Schisandra, also known as the schisandra berry (Schisandra chinensis), is a plant that has been used in traditional Chinese herbalism for over 2,000 years. The plant produces dark red berries, of which only the seeds are used. These are traditionally harvested after the first frost and then dried.
The schisandra berry naturally contains various plant compounds, including antioxidants. Due to its unique composition and long history, schisandra is often used in herbal blends and teas for traditional purposes.
Within traditional Chinese culture, schisandra is valued and frequently used in herbal formulas. Today, the berry is also used outside of Asia as an ingredient in various herbal preparations.

The birch (Betula) is a tree that has held a special place in European cultures and traditions for centuries. Historically, the birch was sometimes seen as a symbolic or even sacred tree, partly due to its role in seasonal rituals and folk customs.
In early spring, just before the tree begins to bud, birch sap can be tapped. This time coincides with the period when the sap flow is most active. Young birch leaves are also traditionally collected during this phase. Both the sap and the leaves are part of ancient customs and have long been described in botanical and herbal sources.
Birch leaves naturally contain various plant compounds, including flavonoids, saponins, and tannins.

Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa), also known as black cohosh, is a plant that has been used for centuries in traditional North American herbal medicine. The roots were used by various North American tribes and are known as "squawroot."
The plant is known today for its long history of use and cultural significance. Black cohosh is increasingly sold in the Netherlands, especially as an ingredient in herbal teas, supplements, and traditional herbal blends.

Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a plant native to Central and North America. Various parts of the plant have long been used in diverse cultures. Today, passionflower is also found in other parts of the world.
The striking flowers of Passiflora incarnata are edible and prized for their distinctive appearance. In autumn, the plant produces fruit, and the leaves are also edible. These leaves naturally contain various plant compounds, including tannins, flavanols, saponins, and choline, as well as minerals such as magnesium.
Passionflower is traditionally used in herbal cultures and is often incorporated into herbal teas and other herbal preparations.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is an herb with valuable essential oils.
This striking shrub reaches a height of 30 to 60 cm and has a woody base with ascending branches. The dark green lanceolate leaves are about 2 to 2.5 cm long. During the flowering period, from July to September, hyssop produces small blue/lilac-like lipped flowers that grow in whorls, although some specimens may be white or pink.

The Ginkgo biloba (Maidenhairtree), also known as the Japanese temple tree, is a unique deciduous tree with a very long history. The species has been mentioned for centuries in botanical and cultural sources from East Asia and is native to China.
Ginkgo biloba is unique within the plant kingdom and is considered a species with no direct relatives. For this reason, Charles Darwin called the ginkgo a "living fossil." The tree has existed for approximately 250 million years and has survived several mass extinctions. Today, it is planted worldwide as an ornamental and avenue tree.

The dog rose (Rosa canina) is a native rose species in the Benelux region and is native to Europe, Northwest Africa, and West Asia. It was later introduced to North America. The plant often grows along forest edges, hedgerows, and thickets.
It is a large, upright shrub that can reach a height of approximately 1 to 4 meters. The long, arching branches can partially arch. The glandless leaves and branches are green and sometimes have a reddish tinge.
Flowering occurs from June to July. The flowers are usually light pink, sometimes white, and are approximately 3.5 to 4.5 centimeters in diameter. They appear singly or in small clusters of one to ten flowers.

Single herbal tincture made with dried flower of Hibiscus sabdariffa (Hibiscus).
Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa), also known as roselle, is used worldwide in both hot and cold beverages and as a natural flavoring and coloring agent in the food industry. The plant is especially prized for its fresh, tart flavor and striking deep red color.
Hibiscus sabdariffa L. is an annual shrub that can reach a height of over two meters. The plant typically has smooth, red-tinged stems and creamy to light yellow flowers that turn pink at the end of the day. After flowering, a characteristic red calyx develops, which is fleshy, crisp, and juicy. When this calyx fully develops and dries, it turns brown and bursts open.

Usnea barbata, sometimes also called 'old man's beard', is a genus of lichens belonging to the ascomycetes. They are found in moist forests around the world, where they usually hang from tree branches. In rare cases they are also found on the bottom or on rocks. The genus belongs to the family of Parmeliaceae. Beard mosses are characterized by a shrub-like structure and a central axis from which branches arise. In areas free of air pollution they can grow 10 to 20 cm tall.

The Yellow Sweet Slover (Melilotus officinalis) is a biennial or perennial plant from the legume family (Leguminosae). Originally from Southern Europe, this plant has now spread worldwide. It is a slender, hairless plant that is frequently found along roads and on arable land, and is also found in dune areas. The lemon yellow honey clover reaches a height of 30 to 150 cm and blooms from July to October.

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