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  • Hyssopus officinalis

    Botanical Overview Hyssopus officinalis, commonly known as Hyssop, is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia and Europe, it is traditionally harvested for its leaves, flowers, and aerial parts. Known also as Hyssop sage or Garden hyssop, it has been used in herbal medicine for…


  • Inula helenium

    Botanical Overview Inula helenium, commonly known as Elecampane, Alant, or Horse-heal, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and Western Asia and introduced to North America, the plant’s root is the primary part used medicinally. It has a history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics Elecampane root…


  • Glycyrrhiza glabra

    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…


  • Cinnamomum cassia

    Botanical Overview Cinnamomum cassia, commonly known as Cassia or Chinese cinnamon, belongs to the family Lauraceae. This evergreen tree is native to China and Southeast Asia. The medicinal part used is primarily the bark, harvested and dried to produce the characteristic aromatic spice and herbal remedy. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in…


  • Tanacetum vulgare

    Botanical Overview Tanacetum vulgare, commonly known as Common tansy, Golden buttons, or Bitter buttons, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Eurasia and widely naturalized in North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the flower and leaf. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes. Its energetic…


  • Urtica dioica (radix)

    Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (radix), commonly known as Stinging Nettle Root or Nettle Root, belongs to the family Urticaceae. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. The root is the primary part used medicinally, known for its various actions related to genitourinary and musculoskeletal systems. Energetics The root exhibits a cooling temperature…


  • Artemisia abrotanum

    Botanical Overview Artemisia abrotanum, commonly known as Southernwood, Old Woman, or Warwood, is a member of the Asteraceae family. This herb is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and Western Asia. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and flowering tops. Energetics Southernwood has a warming temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste profile includes…


  • Rumex acetosella

    Botanical Overview Rumex acetosella, commonly known as Sheep’s sorrel, Red sorrel, Field sorrel, or Yellow sorrel, is a herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe but naturalized widely across North America, Asia, and Australia. The most commonly used parts are the leaves and roots. Energetics This plant is characterized by a…


  • Smilax officinalis

    Botanical Overview Smilax officinalis, also known as Sarsaparilla or Mexican sarsaparilla, is a member of the Smilacaceae family. The rhizome and root parts of the plant are primarily used medicinally. This species is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean and has been traditionally valued for its therapeutic properties. Energetics Smilax officinalis exhibits a…


  • Ruta graveolens

    Botanical Overview Ruta graveolens, commonly known as Common rue, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, Southern Europe, and parts of West Asia. The leaves, stems, and flowers of the plant are used medicinally. It has a long history of use in traditional Western herbalism and other systems for…