Primary Actions: Immunomodulatory

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  • Maytenus krukovii

    Botanical Overview Maytenus krukovii, commonly known as Chuchuhuasi or Chuchuassi, is a member of the Celastraceae family native to the Amazon Basin in South America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the bark and root, traditionally employed in Amazonian herbal medicine for their therapeutic effects. Energetics This species is considered warming and drying in energetic…


  • Arthrospira platensis

    Botanical Overview Arthrospira platensis, commonly known as Spirulina, belongs to the family Cyanobacteriaceae. It is a filamentous cyanobacterium found predominantly in tropical and subtropical alkaline lakes worldwide. The entire organism is used medicinally and as a nutritional supplement. Common names include Spirulina. Energetics This algae has a neutral temperature and moisture quality with an umami…


  • Agaricus subrufescens

    Botanical Overview Agaricus subrufescens, commonly known as Almond mushroom, Agaricus blazei, Himematsutake, or Royal sun agaricus, belongs to the family Agaricaceae. The medicinal part used is primarily the fruiting body of the mushroom. Native to Brazil and also found in East Asia, it is cultivated for its health-promoting properties. Energetics This mushroom is considered to…


  • Polypodium leucotomos

    Botanical Overview Polypodium leucotomos is a fern species belonging to the family Polypodiaceae, native to Central and South America. Commonly known as Calaguala or Polypody fern, its leaves and rhizomes are used medicinally. It is primarily valued for its beneficial effects on the skin and immune system. Energetics The energetics of Polypodium leucotomos are generally…


  • Camptotheca acuminata

    Botanical Overview Camptotheca acuminata, commonly known as Happy tree or Cancer tree, belongs to the family Nyssaceae. It is native to Central and Eastern China and is valued mainly for its bark, leaves, and wood. The tree is notable for its potent bioactive compounds with antineoplastic properties, which have led to the development of important…


  • Lentinula edodes

    Botanical Overview Lentinula edodes, commonly known as Shiitake mushroom, belongs to the Marasmiaceae family. It is native to East Asia including Japan, China, and Korea. The fruiting body is the part used medicinally and culinarily. Energetics Lentinula edodes is traditionally considered cooling in temperature and moistening in nature, with a characteristic umami taste. It is…


  • Morinda citrifolia

    Botanical Overview Morinda citrifolia, commonly known as Noni, Indian mulberry, or Cheese fruit, belongs to the Rubiaceae family. This tropical plant is native to Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, the Caribbean, Australia, and India. The fruit, leaf, root, and bark of Morinda citrifolia are used medicinally. Energetics Morinda citrifolia is generally considered cooling and moistening…


  • Viscum album

    Botanical Overview Viscum album, commonly known as European mistletoe, is a hemiparasitic shrub in the family Santalaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, stem, and berries. Energetics Viscum album is considered cooling and moistening in temperature and moisture qualities, with bitter and astringent tastes.…