Contraindications: allergy to Asteraceae family

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  • Tanacetum parthenium

    Botanical Overview Tanacetum parthenium, commonly known as Feverfew or Bachelor’s button, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The parts used medicinally are primarily the leaf and flower. The plant is native to Europe and Asia and has been naturalized in parts of North America. Energetics Feverfew is characterized by a cooling and drying energy,…


  • Eupatorium perfoliatum

    Botanical Overview Eupatorium perfoliatum, commonly known as Boneset or Thoroughwort, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the aerial parts including the leaves and flowering tops. Energetics This herb is noted for its cooling temperature and moistening moisture characteristics. Its taste profile includes bitter and…


  • Arnica montana

    Botanical Overview Arnica montana, commonly known as Arnica or Mountain arnica, is a herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family native to Europe and Central Asia. The medicinally used part is the flower heads, harvested for topical applications. Arnica is widely recognized for its traditional use in treating inflammation and trauma-related conditions. Energetics This plant exhibits…


  • Achillea ptarmica

    Botanical Overview Achillea ptarmica, commonly known as Sneezewort, European sneezewort, or Sneezeweed, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia. The aerial parts, especially the flowering tops and leaves, are the parts traditionally used in herbal preparations. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature.…


  • Matricaria discoidea

    Botanical Overview Matricaria discoidea, known commonly as Pineapple weed or Wild chamomile, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is found across North America, Asia, and Europe. The parts used medicinally typically include the flower heads and whole aerial parts of the plant. Energetics This herb has a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality.…


  • Achillea santolina

    Botanical Overview Achillea santolina belongs to the family Asteraceae and is commonly referred to as Cottonweed yarrow, Santolina yarrow, or Wormwood yarrow. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, flowering tops, and leaves. The species is native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and Western Asia. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and…


  • Saussurea costus

    Botanical Overview Saussurea costus, commonly known as Costus root, Kuth, or Kuth root, belongs to the Asteraceae family. The medicinally used part is primarily the root. Native to the Himalayan region including India, China, and Pakistan, this plant has a long history in traditional medicine systems. Energetics Saussurea costus is considered warming and drying, with…