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Botanical Overview Glycyrrhiza glabra, commonly known as Liquorice, Licorice, or Sweet root, is a member of the Fabaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Native to the Mediterranean, Western and Central Asia, and parts of Europe, this plant has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics It…
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…
Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium (fructus), commonly known as Bitter orange, Seville orange, or Sour orange, is a member of the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the dried fruit peel, sometimes including the fruit itself. Native to Mediterranean regions, Asia, and North Africa, it has a long history of use in traditional…
Botanical Overview Pausinystalia johimbe, commonly known as Yohimbe or Johimbe, is a member of the Rubiaceae family native to Central and West Africa. The bark is the part traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Energetics This plant has warming and drying energetic qualities, characterized by a bitter taste. It is considered tonifying but directionality and qi/blood/fluid…
Botanical Overview Rhaponticum carthamoides, commonly known as Leuzea or Maral Root, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Siberia, Central Asia, and Russia. The root is the part typically used for medicinal purposes, valued for its stimulating and adaptogenic properties. Energetics This herb is traditionally regarded as warming with a bitter taste. Its…
Botanical Overview Cola acuminata belongs to the Malvaceae family and is commonly known as Bitter kola or Cola nut. The plant is native to West and Tropical Africa. The primary part used medicinally is the seed or nut, which is traditionally chewed or prepared in various forms. Energetics The plant is considered warming and drying,…