Constituents: Alkaloids

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  • 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…


  • Mahonia nervosa

    Botanical Overview Mahonia nervosa, commonly known as Cascade Oregon grape, is a perennial evergreen shrub in the Berberidaceae family. Native to the Pacific Northwest of North America, it is recognized for its bitter-tasting root and stem bark, traditionally used medicinally. Parts used include root, stem bark, and leaves. Energetics This plant is considered cooling and…


  • Mahonia aquifolium

    Botanical Overview Mahonia aquifolium, commonly known as Oregon grape, holly grape, or Mahonia, is a member of the Berberidaceae family native to North America, especially the Pacific Northwest, Western United States, and Canada. The plant’s root, root bark, stem bark, and leaves are utilized medicinally. Energetics The energetics of Mahonia aquifolium are characterized as cooling…


  • Momordica charantia

    Botanical Overview Momordica charantia (family Cucurbitaceae), commonly known as Bitter melon, Bitter gourd, Karela, and Balsam pear, is a tropical vine widely cultivated in Asia, Africa, Caribbean, and South America. The fruit, leaf, and seed are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics Bitter melon is considered cooling and drying in nature, possessing a distinctly bitter taste. It…


  • Berberis aristata

    Botanical Overview Berberis aristata, belonging to the Berberidaceae family, is commonly known as Indian Barberry, Tree Turmeric, or Daruharidra. It is native to the Himalayan region including parts of India, Nepal, and Pakistan. The medicinal parts primarily used are the root, stem, bark, and root bark. Energetics This herb is considered to have a cooling…


  • Embelia ribes

    Botanical Overview Embelia ribes, commonly known as False black pepper or Vidanga, is a member of the Myrsinaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. The medicinal parts utilized predominantly include the fruit and seeds, which have a rich history of use in traditional medicine systems for their antiparasitic and digestive…


  • Arisaema erubescens

    Botanical Overview Arisaema erubescens belongs to the Araceae family and is commonly called Red Arisaema or Chinese Cobra Lily. The medicinal parts used are primarily the processed roots. Native to East Asia, especially China and the Himalayan regions, this perennial herb has a history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The processed root is…


  • 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…


  • Morus alba (Folia)

    Botanical Overview Morus alba (Folia), commonly known as white mulberry leaf or mulberry leaf, belongs to the family Moraceae. The leaf is the primary part used medicinally. Native to China and widely cultivated across East Asia, the Mediterranean, and South Asia, this plant has been traditionally used in various medical systems for centuries. Energetics The…


  • 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…