Dosage/Preparations: Infusion: 2-4 g dried herb, 1-3 times daily

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  • Phyllanthus niruri

    Botanical Overview Phyllanthus niruri belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family and is commonly known as Chanca Piedra, Stonebreaker, Seed-under-leaf, or Stonebreaker plant. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, South America, the West Indies, and Africa. Traditionally, the whole plant including leaves and stems is used medicinally. Energetics Phyllanthus niruri is considered cooling and moistening…


  • Verbascum thapsus

    Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as common mullein, great mullein, or woolly mullein, is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and has been widely naturalized in North America. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, flower, and root. The plant is well-known for its soft, densely hairy…


  • Thymus vulgaris

    Botanical Overview Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as Garden thyme or simply Thyme, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, this aromatic plant is widely cultivated for its culinary and medicinal uses. The parts used traditionally include the leaves, flowers, and aerial parts. Energetics Thyme is considered warming and…


  • Tropaeolum majus

    Botanical Overview Tropaeolum majus, commonly called Garden nasturtium, Indian cress, or Nasturtium, belongs to the family Tropaeolaceae. Native to Central and South America, it is widely cultivated in Europe and other regions. The parts used medicinally include the leaves, flowers, and seeds. Energetics Tropaeolum majus is considered cooling and moistening in quality, with a pungent,…


  • Marrubium vulgare

    Botanical Overview Marrubium vulgare (White horehound) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. Commonly used parts include the leaf and aerial parts. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia and has been introduced to North America. Common names: White horehound, Horehound. Energetics Temperature: Cooling Moisture: Drying Tastes: Bitter Tonicity: Relaxing…


  • Eupatorium perfoliatum

    Botanical Overview Eupatorium perfoliatum, commonly known as Boneset or Thoroughwort, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the aerial parts including the leaves and flowering tops. Energetics This herb is noted for its cooling temperature and moistening moisture characteristics. Its taste profile includes bitter and…


  • Betonica officinalis

    Botanical Overview Betonica officinalis, commonly known as Betony, Holy Betony, or Wood Betony, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe, temperate regions of Asia, and the Mediterranean. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, and flowering tops. Energetics Betony is considered cooling in temperature and drying in moisture. Its taste…


  • Gentianella alborosea

    Botanical Overview Gentianella alborosea belongs to the family Gentianaceae and is commonly known as “Hercampuri.” This medicinal plant is native to the Andean regions of Peru and Bolivia. The whole plant is traditionally used, particularly in traditional Andean herbal medicine. Energetics Gentianella alborosea has a cooling temperature and drying moisture energetics. Its primary taste is…