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Botanical Overview Chimaphila umbellata (Ericaceae) is a small evergreen perennial herb native to temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Commonly known as Pipsissewa, Umbellate pipsissewa, Prince’s pine, or Ground laurel, the medicinal part used is primarily the leaf. Energetics The plant is considered cooling and drying in nature, with bitter and astringent tastes.…
Botanical Overview Commiphora myrrha (Family: Burseraceae) is a resinous tree native to Northeast Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Its resin, known commonly as myrrh, has been used medicinally for centuries. The resin is the primary part used in traditional and modern herbal applications. Common names include Myrrh, African Myrrh, and Somalian Myrrh. Energetics Myrrh is…
Botanical Overview Calendula officinalis, commonly known as Marigold or Pot Marigold, belongs to the Asteraceae family. The medicinal part mainly used is the flower. Native to the Mediterranean and introduced widely in Europe and Western Asia, it has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Calendula is characterized energetically as cooling and neutral in moisture,…
Botanical Overview Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, commonly known as Bearberry, Uva-ursi, or Kinnikinnick, belongs to the Ericaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the dried leaves of the plant. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, including regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Energetics This herb is considered cooling in temperature and drying in moisture.…
Botanical Overview Eucalyptus globulus, commonly known as Blue gum or Tasmanian blue gum, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Native to Australia and Tasmania, it has been widely introduced in Mediterranean climates and California. Primarily, the leaves and essential oils of the plant are used medicinally. Energetics The plant exhibits cooling and drying energetics with a…
Botanical Overview Juniperus communis, commonly known as Common juniper or Juniper berry, belongs to the Cupressaceae family. It is native across Europe, North America, and Asia. The parts used medicinally include the berries, leaves, and twigs. Energetics This plant exhibits warming temperature and drying moisture energetics. Its tastes are bitter, pungent, and astringent, with an…
Botanical Overview Myrtus communis, commonly known as common myrtle, is a Mediterranean native shrub belonging to the family Myrtaceae. The medicinal parts used primarily include the leaves, berries, and flowers. It has a long history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics The plant possesses a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste…
Botanical Overview Kunzea ericoides, commonly known as Kanuka, White Tea Tree, or White Kunzea, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and Australia. The plant parts used medicinally include the leaves and essential oils derived from them. Energetics Kunzea ericoides has a neutral temperature with drying moisture characteristics. Its taste profile…
Botanical Overview Melaleuca alternifolia is a species of the Myrtaceae family, native to Australia. Commonly known as Tea tree or Niaouli, its leaves are the primary part used medicinally. It is prized for its essential oil rich in antimicrobial compounds. Energetics Tea tree oil is considered cooling and drying, with a pungent taste. Its energetic…
Botanical Overview Santalum album, commonly known as Indian Sandalwood or Sandalwood, belongs to the Santalaceae family. It is native to India, Indonesia, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The heartwood and the essential oil extracted from it are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics Sandalwood exhibits a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste is bitter…