Diuretic – Page 10 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Betula pendula

Botanical Overview Betula pendula, commonly known as Silver birch, European white birch, or Weeping birch, belongs to the Betulaceae family. Native to Europe, northern Asia, and parts of Siberia, this deciduous tree provides medicinal leaves, bark, sap, and twigs traditionally used in herbal medicine. Energetics Betula pendula is considered to have a cooling temperature with…
Elymus repens (rhizoma)

Botanical Overview Elymus repens (rhizoma), commonly known as Couch grass or Quackgrass, belongs to the Poaceae family. The medicinal part used is the rhizome, primarily harvested for its traditional uses. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Energetics This plant is characterized by a cooling temperature and moistening moisture quality. Its taste is…
Aralia nudicaulis

Botanical Overview Aralia nudicaulis, commonly known as Wild sarsaparilla, False sarsaparilla, or Shootbeam, is a member of the Araliaceae family. The plant is native to North America, particularly Canada and the northeastern United States. The root and rhizome are the parts primarily used medicinally. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture energetics, with…
Hemidesmus indicus (radix)

Botanical Overview Hemidesmus indicus (family Apocynaceae) is commonly known as Indian Sarsaparilla, Anantamul, or Sariva. The medicinal part used is the root, prized predominantly in South Asian traditional medicine systems. Native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia, this woody climber has a long history of applications in herbal therapeutics. Energetics The root…
Cuminum cyminum

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…
Brassica juncea

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…
Cyperus scariosus

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…
Hedyotis diffusa

Botanical Overview Hedyotis diffusa, commonly known as Oldenlandia diffusa or Bai Hua She She Cao, is a herbaceous plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to East and Southeast Asia, particularly valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The whole plant is used medicinally, especially for its anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties. Energetics This herb is…
Akebia quinata

Botanical Overview Akebia quinata, commonly known as chocolate vine or five-leaf akebia, belongs to the family Lardizabalaceae. Native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, it is valued in traditional herbal medicine. The primarily used parts include the stems, fruit, and leaves. Energetics Akebia quinata is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture…
Clematis chinensis

Botanical Overview Clematis chinensis is a species in the Ranunculaceae family, commonly known as Chinese clematis or Wei Ling Xian. It is native to eastern Asia, particularly China. The roots and stems are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics This herb is characterized by a warming temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste is acrid…

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