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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Families: Rhamnaceae

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  • Frangula alnus

    Botanical Overview Frangula alnus, commonly known as Alder buckthorn, Glossy buckthorn, Frangula, or Black alder, belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinal part used traditionally is the bark. This small deciduous tree or shrub is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa where it commonly grows in moist habitats. Energetics Frangula alnus bark has…

  • Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen)

    Botanical Overview Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen) belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinally used part is the seed, commonly known as Suan Zao Ren, Sour Jujube Seed, or Spiny Jujube Seed. Native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea, this herb has been predominantly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The seed is considered…

  • Ziziphus spina-christi

    Botanical Overview Ziziphus spina-christi (Rhamnaceae) is commonly known as Christ’s Thorn Jujube, Nabq, Jerusalem Thorn, and Sidr. The plant is native to North Africa, the Middle East, the Horn of Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. Commonly used parts include the bark, fruit, leaf, and root. Energetics Ziziphus spina-christi is characterized by cooling temperature and moistening…

  • Pomaderris kumeraho

    Botanical Overview Latin Name: Pomaderris kumeraho Family: Rhamnaceae Common Names: Kumeraho Parts Used: Not documented Energetics No information available on energetics such as temperature, moisture, tastes, directionality, tonicity, or qi/blood/fluid associations for Pomaderris kumeraho. Primary Actions Not documented in available literature. Indications Western No documented medicinal indications or traditional uses. TCM Not applicable. Ayurveda Not…

  • Rhamnus purshiana (cortex)

    Botanical Overview Rhamnus purshiana (cortex), commonly known as Cascara sagrada or Sacred bark, belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinal part used is the bark harvested primarily from this species native to North America, especially the Pacific Northwest region. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered warming and drying in nature, with a bitter taste. It…

  • Ziziphus jujuba

    Botanical Overview Ziziphus jujuba is a species in the Rhamnaceae family. The seed, known as Semen Ziziphi Spinosae or Suan zao ren in traditional Chinese medicine, is the primary part used medicinally. Commonly called jujube seed or Chinese jujube seed, it is harvested mostly in East Asia, particularly China. Parts used: Seed Common names: Jujube…