Emmenagogue – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Peganum harmala

Botanical Overview Peganum harmala, commonly known as Syrian rue or Harmal, belongs to the family Nitrariaceae. It grows primarily in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Central Asian, and North African regions. The seeds are the primary part used for medicinal purposes due to their rich alkaloid content. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in nature…
Artemisia vulgaris

Botanical Overview Artemisia vulgaris, commonly known as Mugwort or Common Mugwort, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The plant’s leaf and flower parts are primarily used medicinally. Mugwort is recognized for its aromatic, bitter taste and mild stimulating properties. Energetics It is considered warming and drying in…
Chamaelirium luteum

Botanical Overview Chamaelirium luteum, commonly known as False Unicorn, False Unicorn Root, Devil’s Bit, and Blazing Star, belongs to the family Liliaceae. The medicinal parts used are primarily the rhizome and root. This perennial herb is native to Eastern North America, especially the Southeastern United States. Energetics The energetics of False Unicorn are generally considered…
Mitchella repens

Botanical Overview Mitchella repens, commonly known as Partridgeberry, Two-eyed Berry, Checkerberry, or Squaw Vine, belongs to the Rubiaceae family. This plant is native to Eastern North America. The parts used medicinally are primarily the leaves, berries, and whole aerial parts. Energetics Mitchella repens is considered neutral in temperature and moistening in moisture quality. Its taste…
Myrica cerifera

Botanical Overview Myrica cerifera, commonly known as bayberry, wax myrtle, southern bayberry, and candleberry, is a member of the Myricaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, parts of eastern North America, and the Caribbean. The useful parts include the berries, leaves, and twigs, which have a long tradition of medicinal use. Energetics…
Calendula officinalis

Botanical Overview Calendula officinalis, commonly known as Marigold or Pot Marigold, belongs to the Asteraceae family. The medicinal part mainly used is the flower. Native to the Mediterranean and introduced widely in Europe and Western Asia, it has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Calendula is characterized energetically as cooling and neutral in moisture,…
Actaea racemosa

Botanical Overview Actaea racemosa, commonly known as Black cohosh, Black snakeroot, and Squaw root, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. This plant is native to Eastern North America and has been traditionally used by Native American and Western herbalists. Energetics Black cohosh is considered energetically neutral…
Tanacetum vulgare

Botanical Overview Tanacetum vulgare, commonly known as Common tansy, Golden buttons, or Bitter buttons, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Eurasia and widely naturalized in North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the flower and leaf. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes. Its energetic…
Ruta graveolens

Botanical Overview Ruta graveolens, commonly known as Common rue, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, Southern Europe, and parts of West Asia. The leaves, stems, and flowers of the plant are used medicinally. It has a long history of use in traditional Western herbalism and other systems for…
Rubus idaeus (folia)

Botanical Overview Rubus idaeus (folia), commonly known as Red Raspberry Leaf or Raspberry Leaf, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The medicinal part used is the leaf. Native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, this plant has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Raspberry Leaf has a neutral temperature and moisture profile. Its…

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