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Botanical Overview Erythroxylum coca is a perennial shrub of the family Erythroxylaceae, native to the Andean regions of South America. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf, commonly known as coca leaf. Traditional use involves chewing the dried leaves or preparing infusions. Common names include Coca and Coca leaf. Energetics The plant energetically is…
Botanical Overview Catha edulis (family Celastraceae), commonly known as Khat, Qat, Arabian tea, Mirra, or Miraa, is a flowering shrub native to the Horn of Africa and Arabian Peninsula regions, as well as East Africa. The fresh leaves and twigs are traditionally used for their stimulant properties. Energetics The plant is considered warming and drying,…
Botanical Overview Ilex vomitoria, commonly known as Yaupon holly, Black drink, or Cassina, is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family. Native to the southeastern and southern United States, this plant’s leaves are traditionally used for preparing stimulating infusions. Commonly harvested parts include the leaves. Energetics The plant is generally considered warming and drying in nature,…
Botanical Overview Datura stramonium (family: Solanaceae) is a widely distributed herbaceous plant known commonly as Devil’s trumpet, Jimsonweed, and Angel’s trumpet. The plant is native to North America but has naturalized globally across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The parts traditionally used include the leaves, seeds, and flowers. It contains potent alkaloids responsible for its medicinal…
Botanical Overview Tabernanthe iboga belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is native to Central and Western Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the root and root bark. Commonly known as Iboga or Ibogaine, the plant is known for its potent psychoactive effects and is traditionally used in ritualistic settings by indigenous peoples. Energetics This…
Botanical Overview Paullinia cupana, commonly known as Guarana, belongs to the Sapindaceae family. Native to the Amazon basin and northern South America, especially Brazil, the medicinally used part is the seed. Guarana seeds are known for their stimulant properties due to their high caffeine content. Energetics Guarana is considered warming and drying in nature. It…
Botanical Overview Sida cordifolia is a flowering plant in the Malvaceae family, commonly known as Bala, Country Mallow, or Flannel Weed. Its native regions include India, tropical Asia, South America, and Africa. The root, leaves, and whole plant are used medicinally. Energetics The plant exhibits a warming temperature and drying moisture quality with bitter, pungent,…
Botanical Overview Ephedra sinica, commonly called Chinese ephedra or Ma huang, is a member of the Ephedraceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the stem. It is native to China and Northeast Asia and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine as a stimulant and bronchodilator. Energetics This herb is considered…
Botanical Overview Caulophyllum thalictroides, commonly known as Blue cohosh, Blue ginseng, or Papoose root, is a perennial herb of the Berberidaceae family native to Eastern North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Traditionally, it has been valued for its effects on the reproductive system and musculoskeletal complaints. Energetics Blue cohosh…
Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium, commonly known as bitter orange, Seville orange, or sour orange, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is the pericarp, or dried orange peel. It is native to the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and North Africa and has a long history as a digestive and mild stimulant herb. Energetics…