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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…
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…
Botanical Overview Cuminum cyminum, commonly known as cumin or cumin seed, is a small annual herb in the Apiaceae family. It is widely cultivated in the Mediterranean, Southwest Asia, North Africa, and India. The primary medicinal part used is the seed, valued for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. Energetics Cumin seed is considered warming and…
Botanical Overview Myristica fragrans, commonly known as Nutmeg or Mace, belongs to the family Myristicaceae. Native to Indonesia and cultivated in tropical regions such as India, the Caribbean, and Sri Lanka, the plant’s seed and aril are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics This warming and drying herb possesses sweet, pungent, and bitter tastes. It…
Botanical Overview Cinnamomum tamala, commonly known as Indian bay leaf, tejpatta, or Malabar leaf, belongs to the Lauraceae family. The primary medicinal part used is the leaf. It is native to the South Asian region, particularly the Indian subcontinent, where it is valued for both culinary and medicinal use. Energetics This herb is considered warming…
Botanical Overview Brassica juncea (family Brassicaceae), commonly known as Brown Mustard, Indian Mustard, and Chinese Mustard, is primarily valued for its seeds. Native to Asia but cultivated widely in Europe and North America, the seeds are the main medicinal part used traditionally. Energetics Brassica juncea seeds are considered warming and drying in nature, with pungent…
Botanical Overview Cyperus scariosus is a member of the Cyperaceae family commonly known as Nagarmotha or Cyperus grass. Its rhizomes and roots are the primary parts used medicinally. This plant is indigenous to South and Southeast Asia and holds a significant role in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Energetics The plant exhibits a warming temperature and drying…
Botanical Overview Embelia ribes, commonly known as False black pepper or Vidanga, is a member of the Myrsinaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. The medicinal parts utilized predominantly include the fruit and seeds, which have a rich history of use in traditional medicine systems for their antiparasitic and digestive…
Botanical Overview Salvia fruticosa, commonly known as Greek sage or Three-lobed sage, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in effect, with bitter and pungent tastes. It is tonifying to the qi…
Botanical Overview Satureja thymbra, commonly known as Savory of Crete, Mediterranean Savory, or Whorled Savory, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. The plant’s aromatic leaves and aerial parts are primarily used for medicinal purposes. It is native to the Mediterranean region where it has been traditionally valued. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and drying…