80+ herbs · 50+ recipes · free to start
Your herbal codex,
always in your pocket.
This herbal reference covers everything.
Chamomile to Cannabis.
Deep Information, Real Science, Genuine Tradition.
No supplements to sell. Just the plants.
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No credit card required · Works on all devices · Installs like an app
75+
Herb profiles
50+
Recipes & blends
The problem
Most herbal apps treat plants like supplement labels.
We respect the plant and their diverse histories and stories they tell.Â
The Codex difference
Every herb is a whole story — science, history, and spirit together.
Each profile covers native habitat, traditional use across cultures, active constituents, preparation methods, safety, and where applicable — recreational use, without moralising.
What you get
Ancient wisdom. Verified science.
A library worth trusting
Every profile is written with depth — not scraped, not summarised. Pharmacology sits alongside folk history. Safety notes are honest, not paranoid.
No ads. No tracking. No agenda.
Subscription-supported. We don’t sell your data, display ads, or nudge you toward products. What you read is what the plant is — full stop.
Honest about the full spectrum
Cannabis, kava, kratom, blue lotus — treated with the same care and respect as chamomile. No moralising. No skipping the difficult parts.
Your personal herb library
Save herbs and recipes to unlimited custom lists. Share them with the community. Build your own reference over time.
Recipes that actually teach you
53 preparations — teas, tinctures, salves, syrups, smoke blends. Each one linked back to the herb profiles, so you understand the why.
Works everywhere, even offline
Installs as a native-feeling app on Android and iOS. Works offline. Built for the field, the kitchen, the apothecary shelf.
From the community
What practitioners are saying
★★★★★
“Finally an app that doesn’t treat me like I’m about to poison myself for asking about mugwort. The profiles are genuinely thorough.”
Sarah R.
Herbalism student, Devon
★★★★★
“I’ve been using it to build reference lists for my clients. The community list feature means I can share my protocols publicly.”
Marcus T.
Naturopath, Auckland
★★★★★
“It feels like a real book — something you’d find on a shelf in a proper apothecary. Not another wellness influencer app.”
Leila W.
Pagan practitioner, Edinburgh
Pricing
Free to start. Honest to upgrade.
The free tier is genuinely useful — not a teaser. Upgrade when you want to go deeper.
Free
$0
No card required, ever
✓50+ herbs with detailed profiles
✓Health uses, safety & prep methods
✓Spiritual and cultural uses
✓Herb of the Day
Premium
$7.99/mo
Billed annually · 7-day free trial
✓Everything in Free, plus:
✓25+ premium herbs
✓Active constituents & pharmacology
✓Detailed cultivation guides
✓Full recipe library
Annual Premium
$79.99
Pay once, own it forever
✓Everything in Premium
✓All future herbs & recipes included
✓Priority access to new features
✓7-day free trial included
Lifetime Premium
$249.99
Pay once, own it forever
✓Everything in Premium
✓All future herbs & recipes included
✓Priority access to new features
✓Support an independent developer
✓7-day free trial included
Questions
Common questions
Is this suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Profiles are written to be readable whether you’re new to herbalism or deep in it. Technical terms are explained inline.
Is it safe to use as a medical reference?
The Codex is a reference tool, not a healthcare provider. Drug interactions, contraindications, and safety notes are included — but always consult a qualified practitioner for personal health decisions.
What’s the difference between free and premium?
Free gives you 51 herbs with full profiles. Premium adds 25 more complex herbs, pharmacology deep-dives, cultivation guides, and the full recipe library.
Does it work without internet?
Yes — it’s a Progressive Web App with offline support. Install to your home screen on Android or iOS.
Can I cancel my subscription?
Cancel anytime from your Account page — no hoops, no dark patterns. Your access continues to the end of your paid period.
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