pregnancy – Page 7 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Polygonum cuspidatum

Botanical Overview Polygonum cuspidatum, commonly known as Japanese knotweed, Hu Zhang in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Mexican bamboo, Asian knotweed, or fleeceflower root, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. Native to East Asia, especially Japan, China, and Korea, it has been introduced to North America and Europe. The root and rhizome are the…
Smilax regelii

Botanical Overview Smilax regelii is a climbing vine belonging to the Smilacaceae family, commonly known as China root or Mexican sarsaparilla. The plant is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The root and rhizome are the principal parts used medicinally and are valued chiefly for their blood-purifying and anti-inflammatory properties. Energetics The root…
Citrus aurantium

Botanical Overview Citrus aurantium, commonly known as Bitter orange, Seville orange, or Sour orange, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, Southeast Asia, and North Africa. Various parts are utilized medicinally, including the fruit peel, flowers, leaves, and essential oil. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in…
Dendrobium nobile

Botanical Overview Dendrobium nobile is an orchid species from the family Orchidaceae, commonly known as Noble dendrobium or Shi Hu. It is native to China, India, Southeast Asia, and the Himalayan region. Traditionally, the stem is the primary part used for medicinal purposes. Energetics Dendrobium nobile exhibits a cooling and moistening energetic profile with sweet…
Ligusticum chuanxiong

Botanical Overview Ligusticum chuanxiong (family Apiaceae) is a perennial herb native to China and East Asia. The medicinal part used is the rhizome, commonly called Chuanxiong or Szechuan lovage root. It is highly valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and also recognized in Western herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered warming in temperature and…
Tabernanthe iboga

Botanical Overview Tabernanthe iboga belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is native to Central and Western Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the root and root bark. Commonly known as Iboga or Ibogaine, the plant is known for its potent psychoactive effects and is traditionally used in ritualistic settings by indigenous peoples. Energetics This…
Hypoxis hemerocallidea

Botanical Overview Hypoxis hemerocallidea, commonly known as African potato, star flower, or yellow stars, is a member of the Hypoxidaceae family native to Southern Africa. The rhizomes and roots are the primary parts utilized medicinally. Energetics This plant exhibits a neutral temperature and moisture profile with bitter and sweet tastes. It is considered tonifying in…
Hoodia gordonii

Botanical Overview Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant in the family Apocynaceae, native to the arid regions of Southern Africa including Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana. The plant is commonly known as Hoodia, Bushman’s hat, or Bushman’s pipe. The primary medicinal part used is the stem, traditionally consumed by indigenous peoples to suppress appetite during…
Lessertia frutescens

Botanical Overview Lessertia frutescens, commonly known as Cancer bush, Kankerbos, Lamb’s quarters, and Sutherlandia, is a member of the Fabaceae family native to Southern Africa, including South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. The plant’s leaves and stems are primarily used medicinally. Energetics Lessertia frutescens is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture quality with…
Areca catechu

Botanical Overview Areca catechu, commonly known as Areca palm, Areca nut, or Betel nut, belongs to the family Arecaceae. The primary parts used medicinally are the seed and fruit. This palm species is native to South and Southeast Asia and widespread throughout the Pacific Islands. Energetics Areca nut is traditionally considered warming and drying with…

Contraindications: pregnancy