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  • Morus alba

    Botanical Overview Morus alba, commonly known as White mulberry, is a member of the Moraceae family. It is native to China and widely cultivated throughout East Asia, the Mediterranean, and globally. The plant’s leaves, fruit, root, and bark are used medicinally. It is valued in various traditional medical systems for its broad therapeutic applications. Energetics…


  • Agaricus blazei

    Botanical Overview Agaricus blazei, belonging to the family Agaricaceae, is a medicinal mushroom native to Brazil and cultivated widely in Japan and Southeast Asia. Commonly known as Almond mushroom, Royal sun agaricus, or Himematsutake, its fruiting bodies are used for therapeutic purposes. Energetics The mushroom is considered energetically neutral in temperature and moisture with a…


  • Punica granatum

    Botanical Overview Punica granatum, commonly known as Pomegranate, belongs to the family Lythraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa. Various parts are used medicinally including the fruit, peel, seed, flower, and bark. Known for its bright red fruit, this plant has a long history of traditional use.…


  • Boerhaavia diffusa

    Botanical Overview Boerhaavia diffusa (family Nyctaginaceae) is a widespread perennial herb known commonly as Red Spiderling, Punarnava, and Hogweed. It is native to Asia, Africa, and Australia. The root, leaves, and whole plant are traditionally used for their medicinal properties. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with bitter, astringent, and sweet…


  • Ophiocordyceps sinensis

    Botanical Overview Ophiocordyceps sinensis, commonly known as Cordyceps, Caterpillar Fungus, or Dong Chong Xia Cao, belongs to the family Ophiocordycipitaceae. It is a parasitic fungus native to the Himalayan regions including Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of China. The medicinal parts used are primarily the fruiting bodies and mycelium. Traditionally revered in Tibetan and Traditional…


  • Scutellaria baicalensis

    Botanical Overview Scutellaria baicalensis, commonly known as Baikal skullcap, Chinese skullcap, or Huang Qin, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Its primary medicinal part used is the root. Native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Russia, it has a rich history in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Scutellaria baicalensis is characterized by a cooling…


  • Rhodiola rosea

    Botanical Overview Rhodiola rosea is a perennial flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family, commonly known as Golden root, Arctic root, or Rose root. The medicinal part of the plant is the root, traditionally used in northern temperate and arctic regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It has been valued for its adaptogenic and stimulant…


  • Verbascum thapsus (flos olei)

    Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus (flos olei) is commonly known as Common mullein or Great mullein and belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. The flower and its extract, including the flower oil, are the parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Energetics Verbascum thapsus is considered warming and moistening…


  • Galium aparine

    Botanical Overview Galium aparine, commonly known as Cleavers, Goosegrass, Sticky Willy, or Catchweed, is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Northern Africa, it is known for its trailing, clinging stems and small white flowers. The aerial parts or whole herb are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics This herb exhibits…


  • Anemopsis californica

    Botanical Overview Anemopsis californica, commonly known as Yerba Mansa or Lizard Tail, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Saururaceae native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. The plant’s root, rhizome, and leaves are traditionally harvested for medicinal use. Energetics Yerba Mansa is characterized by a warming temperature and drying moisture. It…