lactation – Page 3 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Picralima nitida

Botanical Overview Picralima nitida is a medicinal plant of the Apocynaceae family native to West Africa. Commonly known as Akuamma or Niger seed tree, this species is traditionally utilized for its seeds, bark, and roots in herbal medicine. Energetics The plant exhibits neutral temperature and drying moisture energetics, with a predominantly bitter taste. Other traditional…
Mitragyna speciosa

Botanical Overview Mitragyna speciosa (family Rubiaceae), commonly known as Kratom, is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. The leaf is the part traditionally used for its medicinal properties. Energetics Kratom is generally considered warming in temperature and neutral in moisture. It has a bitter taste and exhibits a descending directionality in its effects. It…
Larrea tridentata

Botanical Overview Larrea tridentata, commonly known as Creosote bush, Chaparral, Greasewood, and Gobernadora, is a member of the Zygophyllaceae family native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The primary medicinal parts used are the leaves and stems. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying, with bitter and astringent tastes. Its energetic action…
Epilobium parviflorum

Botanical Overview Epilobium parviflorum, commonly known as Small-flowered Willowherb or Hairy Willowherb, belongs to the Onagraceae family. Native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northwest Africa, this species primarily uses its aerial parts, leaves, and flowers in herbal applications. Energetics This herb is considered energetically neutral in temperature with a drying moisture quality. Its taste profile…
Catha edulis

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,…
Papaver somniferum

Botanical Overview Papaver somniferum, commonly known as Opium poppy or Poppy, belongs to the family Papaveraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Southwest Asia, Europe, and North Africa. The medicinally used parts primarily include the seed, seed capsule latex (source of opium), and seed oil. Notably, the plant is the natural source of opiate…
Ilex vomitoria

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,…
Melilotus officinalis

Botanical Overview Melilotus officinalis, commonly known as Yellow Sweet Clover or Sweet Clover, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia and has naturalized in North America. The flowering tops, leaves, and herbaceous parts are chiefly used in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered warming and drying…
Senna alata

Botanical Overview Senna alata, belonging to the Fabaceae family, is a tropical plant commonly known as candle bush, ringworm bush, or empress candle plant. The primary parts used medicinally include the leaves, flowers, and seeds. It is native to tropical America but is widely naturalized in West Africa and Southeast Asia. Latin name: Senna alata…
Cissus quadrangularis

Botanical Overview Cissus quadrangularis belongs to the Vitaceae family and is commonly known as Veldt Grape, Hadjod, and Asthisamharaka. The primary part used medicinally is the stem. This plant is native to regions in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, India, and Sri Lanka. Energetics It is considered cooling in temperature with neutral moisture. The taste…

Contraindications: lactation