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Botanical Overview Combretum micranthum is a shrub of the Combretaceae family native to West Africa, particularly common in the Sahel and Sudanian savanna regions. It is commonly known as Kinkeliba or Green Tea Bush. The leaf and stem are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics Traditionally, combretum micranthum is considered cooling in temperature with neutral…
Botanical Overview Garcinia kola (family Clusiaceae) is a West and Central African tree known primarily for its seeds, commonly called bitter kola or male kola. The seeds, bark, and leaves of the plant are used medicinally. Bitter kola seeds are traditionally chewed or used in preparations for their therapeutic effects. Energetics Garcinia kola is considered…
Botanical Overview Latin Name: Cannabis sativa Family: Cannabaceae Parts Used: Flower, Leaf, Seed, Stem Common Names: Hemp, Marijuana, Cannabis Energetics The plant is generally considered warming and drying in effect, with bitter, pungent, and sweet tastes. It exhibits ascending and outward directionality and has a relaxing tonicity, influencing primarily the qi in traditional energy systems.…
Botanical Overview Garcinia mangostana, commonly known as Mangosteen, is a tropical tree species belonging to the Clusiaceae family. Native to Southeast Asia, its fruit and fruit rind are primarily used medicinally and culinarily. The fruit is valued for its sweet and sour flavor as well as potential health benefits. Energetics This plant exhibits cooling and…
Botanical Overview Aspalathus linearis is a member of the Fabaceae family native to the Western Cape of South Africa. Commonly known as Rooibos or Red bush tea, its leaves and twigs are harvested and used for medicinal and tea preparations. It is prized for its antioxidant properties and a naturally caffeine-free profile. Energetics Rooibos is…
Botanical Overview Aegle marmelos (family Rutaceae) is a medicinal tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Commonly known as Bael, Bengal quince, golden apple, or stone apple, various parts including fruit, leaf, root, bark, and seed are used therapeutically. Energetics This species is considered warming in temperature and drying in moisture quality, with…
Botanical Overview Vitex negundo, commonly known as Chinese chaste tree, five-leaved chaste tree, or Nirgundi, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to South and Southeast Asia including India and China. The plant parts traditionally used in herbal medicine are primarily the leaves, roots, and stems. Energetics This herb has a cooling temperature and…
Botanical Overview Hippophae rhamnoides, commonly known as Sea buckthorn, Sand thorn, or Seaberry, belongs to the Elaeagnaceae family. This hardy shrub is native to Europe, Central and Northern Asia including China and Russia. The plant’s berries, leaves, seeds, and oil are utilized medicinally and nutritionally. Energetics Sea buckthorn is considered to have a cooling temperature…
Botanical Overview Carthamus tinctorius, commonly known as Safflower, is a member of the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to the Mediterranean, Western Asia, India, and China, and has been introduced to North America. The primary parts used medicinally are the seeds, flowers, and their extracted oil. It has a long history of use in…
Botanical Overview Stevia rebaudiana, belonging to the Asteraceae family, is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. The plant is primarily used for its leaves, known commonly as Stevia, Sweetleaf, or Sugarleaf. It is widely recognized for its natural sweetening properties with medicinal benefits. Energetics Stevia rebaudiana is considered cooling in temperature and…