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Botanical Overview Rosa canina, commonly known as Dog Rose or Wild Rose, is a species in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The plant parts used medicinally include the fruit (rose hips), flowers, roots, and leaves. Rose hips are especially valued for their rich vitamin C content and…
Botanical Overview Euphorbia hirta, belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family, is a widely distributed medicinal plant known by common names such as asthma-plant, milk weed, and gatherweed. The whole plant and leaves are primarily used in traditional medicine across tropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying…
Botanical Overview Origanum vulgare, commonly known as oregano or wild marjoram, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Europe and has naturalized in North America. The parts used medicinally are the aerial parts including leaves and flowering tops. It is widely recognized for…
Botanical Overview Boerhavia diffusa, commonly known as Punarnava or Red spiderling, is a member of the Nyctaginaceae family. Widely distributed across tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia, this plant’s root, leaf, and whole plant are traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Energetics It is characterized by a cooling temperature and moistening moisture nature, with bitter, astringent, and…
Botanical Overview Melissa officinalis, commonly known as Lemon balm or Melissa, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, West Asia, and has naturalized in North America. The herbal preparations primarily use the leaves and aerial parts. Energetics Melissa officinalis is considered to have a cooling temperature and moistening quality. It…
Botanical Overview Alpinia officinarum, commonly known as Lesser Galangal or simply Galangal, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the rhizome. Native to Southeast Asia, including China and India, it has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems. Energetics The plant exhibits a warming and drying nature with pungent…
Botanical Overview Euphrasia officinalis, commonly known as Eyebright, belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. It is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. The medicinally used parts are the aerial parts, including the flowering tops and leaves. Eyebright has a notable history in European herbal medicine, primarily for eye and upper respiratory conditions. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Trachyspermum ammi (Apiaceae), commonly known as Ajwain, Carom seeds, or Bishop’s weed, is a small annual herb native to South Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa. The seed is the primary part used medicinally, valued for its strong aromatic and medicinal properties. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying in nature…
Botanical Overview Brassica juncea (family Brassicaceae), commonly known as Brown Mustard, Indian Mustard, and Chinese Mustard, is primarily valued for its seeds. Native to Asia but cultivated widely in Europe and North America, the seeds are the main medicinal part used traditionally. Energetics Brassica juncea seeds are considered warming and drying in nature, with pungent…
Botanical Overview Salvia fruticosa, commonly known as Greek sage or Three-lobed sage, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in effect, with bitter and pungent tastes. It is tonifying to the qi…