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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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  • Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

    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.…

  • Astragalus membranaceus

    Botanical Overview Astragalus membranaceus is a medicinal plant belonging to the family Fabaceae. The primary part used is the root. Commonly known as Astragalus, Huang Qi, or Milk Vetch, it is native to regions including China, Mongolia, Korea, and Russia. Energetics This herb is considered warming and moistening in nature, with a sweet taste and…

  • 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…

  • Ephedra sinica

    Botanical Overview Ephedra sinica, commonly called Chinese ephedra or Ma huang, is a member of the Ephedraceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the stem. It is native to China and Northeast Asia and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine as a stimulant and bronchodilator. Energetics This herb is considered…

  • Taraxacum officinale

    Botanical Overview Taraxacum officinale, commonly known as Dandelion, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is widely distributed across Europe, North America, and Asia, commonly naturalized worldwide. The parts used medicinally include the root, leaf, and flower. This resilient plant is famed for its bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. Energetics Dandelion exhibits…

  • Cynara scolymus

    Botanical Overview Cynara scolymus, commonly known as Artichoke or Globe artichoke, belongs to the family Asteraceae. This perennial plant is native to the Mediterranean region including parts of Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. The parts used medicinally are the leaf and the immature flower bud. Energetics The energetics of Cynara scolymus are predominantly cooling…

  • Elettaria cardamomum

    Botanical Overview Elettaria cardamomum is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, commonly known as cardamom, green cardamom, or true cardamom. The plant is native to South and Southeast Asia and parts of East Africa. The medicinally used parts are mainly the seeds, fruit, and pods. Energetics Cardamom is warming in temperature with drying moisture qualities.…

  • Foeniculum vulgare

    Botanical Overview Foeniculum vulgare, commonly known as Fennel, Sweet fennel, or Sweet cumin, is a species in the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is also found throughout Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The plant’s parts used medicinally include seeds, fruits, aerial parts, leaves, and root. Fennel is widely recognized for…

  • Viola odorata

    Botanical Overview Viola odorata, commonly known as Sweet violet, English violet, or Common violet, belongs to the Violaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the flower, leaf, and herb. Energetics This plant is traditionally considered cooling and moistening with bitter and sweet tastes. It…

  • Urtica dioica (radix)

    Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (radix), commonly known as Stinging Nettle Root or Nettle Root, belongs to the family Urticaceae. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. The root is the primary part used medicinally, known for its various actions related to genitourinary and musculoskeletal systems. Energetics The root exhibits a cooling temperature…