Demulcent – Page 3 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Aloe vera

Botanical Overview Aloe vera (family Asphodelaceae), commonly called Aloe or Burn Aloe, is native to Northeastern Africa but widely cultivated in Mediterranean and tropical Asian regions. The leaf yields two main medicinal parts: a mucilaginous gel and a yellow latex beneath the rind. Aloe vera has been valued traditionally for its soothing, healing, and laxative…
Asparagus racemosus

Botanical Overview Latin name: Asparagus racemosusFamily: AsparagaceaeParts used: RootCommon names: Shatavari, Satavar, Wild asparagus Energetics Asparagus racemosus is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with bitter and sweet tastes. It is tonifying and has an ascending directionality affecting the qi, fluids, and essence. Primary Actions Adaptogen Galactagogue Demulcent Antioxidant Immunomodulator Anti-inflammatory Nervine tonic Indications Western…
Equisetum arvense

Botanical Overview Equisetum arvense, commonly known as field horsetail or common horsetail, is a fern ally of the family Equisetaceae native to temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia. The aerial parts, especially the sterile green stems, are used medicinally. It is recognized traditionally by names including Escale and Shavegrass. Energetics This herb possesses…
Urtica dioica (semen)

Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (semen), commonly referred to as nettle seed, belongs to the family Urticaceae. The seed is the primary part used medicinally. It is native across Europe, Asia, and North America where it grows commonly in temperate zones. Energetics Urtica dioica seed is considered to have a cooling temperature and moistening quality. Its…
Grindelia camporum

Botanical Overview Grindelia camporum, commonly known as Great Valley gumweed or Gumweed, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Western North America, especially California. The medicinal parts used are primarily the flower heads and leaves. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in nature, with bitter, acrid, and pungent tastes. Its energetic…
Platycodon grandiflorus

Botanical Overview Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as Balloon flower or Chinese bellflower, belongs to the Campanulaceae family. Its root is the primary part used medicinally. This plant is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan, and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Platycodon grandiflorus root is characterized by…
Glycyrrhiza uralensis

Botanical Overview Glycyrrhiza uralensis, commonly known as Chinese licorice or Gan Cao, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Native to East Asia, including China and Mongolia, it is widely used in traditional and modern herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered neutral in temperature and moistening…
Inula helenium

Botanical Overview Inula helenium, commonly known as Elecampane, Alant, or Horse-heal, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and Western Asia and introduced to North America, the plant’s root is the primary part used medicinally. It has a history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics Elecampane root…
Verbascum thapsus

Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as common mullein, great mullein, or woolly mullein, is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and has been widely naturalized in North America. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, flower, and root. The plant is well-known for its soft, densely hairy…
Glycyrrhiza glabra

Botanical Overview Glycyrrhiza glabra, commonly known as Liquorice, Licorice, or Sweet root, is a member of the Fabaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Native to the Mediterranean, Western and Central Asia, and parts of Europe, this plant has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics It…

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