Contraindications: autoimmune diseases (caution)

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  • Panax quinquefolius

    Botanical Overview Latin name: Panax quinquefolius Family: Araliaceae Parts used: Root Common names: American ginseng, Five-leaf ginseng Energetics Panax quinquefolius is characterized by a cooling temperature and moistening quality. It has bitter and sweet tastes with descending and centered directionality. It is tonifying and primarily influences the qi and fluid aspects in the body. Primary…


  • Astragalus membranaceus

    Botanical Overview Astragalus membranaceus is a medicinal plant belonging to the family Fabaceae. The primary part used is the root. Commonly known as Astragalus, Huang Qi, or Milk Vetch, it is native to regions including China, Mongolia, Korea, and Russia. Energetics This herb is considered warming and moistening in nature, with a sweet taste and…


  • Maytenus krukovii

    Botanical Overview Maytenus krukovii, commonly known as Chuchuhuasi or Chuchuassi, is a member of the Celastraceae family native to the Amazon Basin in South America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the bark and root, traditionally employed in Amazonian herbal medicine for their therapeutic effects. Energetics This species is considered warming and drying in energetic…


  • Inonotus obliquus

    Botanical Overview Inonotus obliquus, commonly known as Chaga, Black Birch Fungus, or Clinker Polypore, belongs to the Hymenochaetaceae family. It is a parasitic fungus primarily found in boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere, including Russia, Northern Europe, North America, and Asia. The medicinal parts used are the sclerotium and conk, which are hardened masses of…


  • Pfaffia paniculata

    Botanical Overview Pfaffia paniculata belongs to the family Amaranthaceae and is commonly known as Suma, Brazilian ginseng, or Para rubber root. The plant is native to South America, particularly the Amazon rainforest regions of Brazil. Traditionally, the root is used medicinally for its tonic and adaptogenic properties. Energetics The root is considered warming in temperature,…


  • Viscum album

    Botanical Overview Viscum album, commonly known as European mistletoe, is a hemiparasitic shrub in the family Santalaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, stem, and berries. Energetics Viscum album is considered cooling and moistening in temperature and moisture qualities, with bitter and astringent tastes.…