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Botanical Overview Brassica nigra, commonly known as Black mustard or Mustard seed, belongs to the Brassicaceae family. The primary part used medicinally is the seed. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, it is widely cultivated for culinary and medicinal purposes. Energetics This herb is warming and drying in nature, with a pungent and…
Botanical Overview Lepidium meyenii, commonly known as Maca or Peruvian ginseng, belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is native to the high Andes of Peru. The edible root is the primary part used medicinally and nutritionally. Known traditionally for its energizing and hormone-modulating properties, Maca is often utilized to support endocrine and reproductive health. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Isatis tinctoria and Isatis indigotica (Brassicaceae) are closely related species commonly known as Woad or Chinese woad. Traditionally, their roots (radix) and leaves (folia) are used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe and Asia, notably China, and has historical use as a source of blue dye and medicinal herb. Energetics These herbs…
Botanical Overview Capsella bursa-pastoris, commonly known as Shepherd’s Purse, is a member of the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia but widely naturalized throughout North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the aerial parts and leaves harvested when fresh or dried. Energetics This herb is considered to have a neutral temperature…
Botanical Overview Armoracia rusticana, commonly known as horseradish, belongs to the Brassicaceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia and is naturalized in North America. The root is the primary part used for medicinal and culinary purposes, known for its pungent taste and warming effects. Energetics Horseradish has warming temperature and drying…
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 Nasturtium officinale, commonly known as Watercress, is a fast-growing aquatic perennial plant of the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The parts used medicinally are primarily the leaves, stems, and the whole plant. Energetics Watercress is traditionally considered cooling and moistening in nature, with a tonifying effect on…
Botanical Overview Latin Name: Brassica nigra (semen) Family: Brassicaceae Parts Used: Seed Common Names: Black mustard seed, Black mustard Energetics The seed is warming and drying in nature with a pungent and bitter taste profile. It is considered tonifying with an upward and outward directionality affecting qi and blood. Primary Actions Carminative Expectorant Rubefacient Stimulant…