Aussie Weeds & Natives Index

Welcome to your go-to reference for Australian medicinal weeds, wild herbs, and native botanicals —organised by healing purpose and written in a clear, accessible format.

This index was lovingly created to reconnect you with the forgotten remedies growing all around us —from backyards and bushland to roadside verges. Whether you’re tending to wounds, easing a restless mind, supporting your liver, or simply curious about natural healing, this resource is here to support your journey.

Each plant listing includes:

• Common & Botanical Name
• Identifying Features
• Parts Used
• Medicinal Benefits
• How to Use It
• Cautions
• Kid Safety
• Typical Dosage Suggestions (if available)
• Where It Grows in Australia
• Weed or Native (or other)?

EVIDENCE REFERENCES:
You’ll find a section dedicated to this to help you find evidence-based information and to kickstart your own research journey.

This is a living library that will grow as we do. We hope it empowers you to walk your land with fresh eyes, honour traditional wisdom, and begin using gentle, plant-based support in your daily life.

I’ll be adding to this over time, let me know if you’d like anything added here.

NOTE FROM FEE:
While this index is predominantly focused on Aussie weeds and natives with medicinal powers, you’ll notice we’ve also included a handful of other herbs and plants that aren’t native — and here’s why:

• Many of these “extras” have naturalised in Australia, meaning they grow here just as abundantly as our local species.
• They’ve been used traditionally around the world for centuries, and because they’re easy to access here (whether in our gardens, paddocks, or health shops), it makes sense to include them.
• My goal is to give you a practical, well-rounded resource that you can actually use — not just a textbook of plants you might never find.

So, while the heart of this index is Australian weeds and bushland natives, you’ll find a few international all-stars sprinkled in. Because when it comes to building your home apothecary, what matters most is accessibility, safety, and knowledge you can put into practice right where you live.