Antispasmodic – Page 6 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Viburnum opulus

Botanical Overview Viburnum opulus, commonly known as Guelder rose, Cramp bark, or European cranberrybush, belongs to the family Adoxaceae. It is native to Europe, Northern Asia, and North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the bark, fruit, and leaves. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture quality with bitter and astringent tastes.…
Caulophyllum thalictroides

Botanical Overview Caulophyllum thalictroides, commonly known as Blue cohosh, Blue ginseng, or Papoose root, is a perennial herb of the Berberidaceae family native to Eastern North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Traditionally, it has been valued for its effects on the reproductive system and musculoskeletal complaints. Energetics Blue cohosh…
Clinopodium douglasii

Botanical Overview Clinopodium douglasii, commonly known as Yerba Buena, Douglas’ Clinopodium, or Mountain Mint, is a herbaceous member of the Lamiaceae family native to Western North America, especially the Pacific Northwest and California. The plant’s aromatic leaves, stems, and flowers are traditionally harvested for medicinal use. Energetics Yerba Buena is considered to have a cooling…
Nigella sativa

Botanical Overview Nigella sativa (Ranunculaceae), commonly known as Black seed, Black cumin, or Habbatul barakah, is native to Southwest Asia, the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East. Commonly used parts include the seeds and oil extracted from them. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and drying moisture quality, with bitter and pungent tastes.…
Achillea ptarmica

Botanical Overview Achillea ptarmica, commonly known as Sneezewort, European sneezewort, or Sneezeweed, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia. The aerial parts, especially the flowering tops and leaves, are the parts traditionally used in herbal preparations. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature.…
Matricaria discoidea

Botanical Overview Matricaria discoidea, known commonly as Pineapple weed or Wild chamomile, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is found across North America, Asia, and Europe. The parts used medicinally typically include the flower heads and whole aerial parts of the plant. Energetics This herb has a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality.…
Pulsatilla vulgaris

Botanical Overview Pulsatilla vulgaris, commonly known as Pasque flower or European pasqueflower, belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. The plant is native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. Traditionally, the root, flower, and herb parts are used medicinally. Energetics Temperature: cooling Moisture: drying Tastes: bitter, astringent Tonicity: relaxing Qi/Blood/Fluid: qi Primary Actions Anodyne Antispasmodic Diaphoretic…
Allium ursinum

Botanical Overview Allium ursinum, commonly known as Bear’s garlic, Ramsons, or Wild garlic, belongs to the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and parts of North Africa. The parts used medicinally include the leaves, bulbs, and flowers. Energetics The plant is considered to have a cooling and moistening energetic profile with a…
Artemisia dracunculus

Botanical Overview Artemisia dracunculus, commonly known as Tarragon or Estragon, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and aerial parts. Native to Eurasia and introduced to North America, tarragon is widely recognized for its aromatic and culinary uses as well as traditional herbal applications. Energetics This herb…
Trachyspermum ammi

Botanical Overview Trachyspermum ammi (Apiaceae), commonly known as Ajwain, Carom seeds, or Bishop’s weed, is a small annual herb native to South Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa. The seed is the primary part used medicinally, valued for its strong aromatic and medicinal properties. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying in nature…

Primary Actions: Antispasmodic