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Humulus lupulus

Botanical Overview Humulus lupulus, commonly known as hops or common hop, belongs to the family Cannabaceae. The plant is traditionally used in herbal medicine for its sedative and digestive properties. The primary parts used are the flower cones, with leaves and stems sometimes applied. Native to Europe, North America, and Western Asia, hops have been…
Viburnum opulus

Botanical Overview Viburnum opulus, commonly known as Guelder rose, Cramp bark, or European cranberrybush, belongs to the family Adoxaceae. It is native to Europe, Northern Asia, and North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the bark, fruit, and leaves. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture quality with bitter and astringent tastes.…
Lycopus europaeus

Botanical Overview Lycopus europaeus, commonly known as Gypsywort or Bugleweed, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Northern Asia and has been introduced to North America. The aerial parts and leaves are the parts most used medicinally. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered cooling and drying in nature, with astringent…
Valeriana sitchensis

Botanical Overview Valeriana sitchensis, commonly known as Sitka valerian, is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. It is native to the northwestern regions of North America, including Alaska and British Columbia. The medicinal parts used traditionally include the root and rhizome. It is notable for its sedative and nervine qualities. Energetics This herb exhibits cooling…
Pulsatilla vulgaris

Botanical Overview Pulsatilla vulgaris, commonly known as Pasque flower or European pasqueflower, belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. The plant is native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. Traditionally, the root, flower, and herb parts are used medicinally. Energetics Temperature: cooling Moisture: drying Tastes: bitter, astringent Tonicity: relaxing Qi/Blood/Fluid: qi Primary Actions Anodyne Antispasmodic Diaphoretic…
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…
Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen)

Botanical Overview Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen) belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinally used part is the seed, commonly known as Suan Zao Ren, Sour Jujube Seed, or Spiny Jujube Seed. Native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea, this herb has been predominantly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The seed is considered…
Gardenia jasminoides (Fructus)

Botanical Overview Gardenia jasminoides (fructus), commonly known as Cape Jasmine Fruit, Zhi Zi, or Gardenia Fruit, belongs to the Rubiaceae family. The medicinal part used is the fruit, traditionally harvested and dried for various therapeutic purposes across East and Southeast Asia. Energetics The fruit is characterized by a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality, with…
Erythrina verna

Botanical Overview Erythrina verna, known commonly as Coral Bean or Coral Tree, belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and West Indies. The parts commonly used in traditional medicine are the leaves, seeds, and bark. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature, with bitter and sweet tastes. Its…
Erythrina mulungu

Botanical Overview Erythrina mulungu, commonly known as Mulungu or Coral tree, is a member of the Fabaceae family native to South America, notably Brazil and the Amazon rainforest. The bark and leaves are primarily used in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and neutral in moisture with bitter and sweet tastes. Its energetic…

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