Constituents: bitter principles

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  • Quassia amara

    Botanical Overview Quassia amara belongs to the family Simaroubaceae and is commonly known as Bitterwood, Quassia, Amargo, and Amazaquine. It is native to regions including the Caribbean, Central and South America, and the West Indies. The primary parts used medicinally are the wood, bark, and root. Energetics Quassia amara is considered cooling and drying in…


  • Gentianella alborosea

    Botanical Overview Gentianella alborosea belongs to the family Gentianaceae and is commonly known as “Hercampuri.” This medicinal plant is native to the Andean regions of Peru and Bolivia. The whole plant is traditionally used, particularly in traditional Andean herbal medicine. Energetics Gentianella alborosea has a cooling temperature and drying moisture energetics. Its primary taste is…


  • Artemisia absinthium

    Botanical Overview Artemisia absinthium, commonly known as Wormwood, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia, and has been introduced to North America. The parts commonly used medicinally are the leaves and flowering tops. Common names include Wormwood, Absinthium, and Common wormwood. Energetics Temperature: warming Moisture:…