Families: Rutaceae

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  • Pilocarpus microphyllus

    Botanical Overview Pilocarpus microphyllus, commonly known as Jaborandi or Small-leaved Pilocarpus, is a member of the Rutaceae family native to Brazil and other parts of South America. The primary medicinal part utilized is the leaf, which contains bioactive alkaloids. Energetics This plant is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture quality, with a notably…


  • Citrus bergamia

    Botanical Overview Citrus bergamia, commonly known as Bergamot or Bergamot orange, is a member of the Rutaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean basin, particularly Southern Italy. The primary medicinal parts used are the fruit peel and its essential oil. Energetics Citrus bergamia is characterized by a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality. Its…


  • 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…


  • Murraya koenigii

    Botanical Overview Murraya koenigii, commonly known as Curry leaf or Curry tree, belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. The plant’s mainly used parts include leaves, roots, bark, and fruit. Widely used in culinary and traditional medicine, especially in South Asian cultures. Energetics This herb has warming temperature and…


  • Agathosma betulina

    Botanical Overview Agathosma betulina, commonly known as Buchu or Round-leaf buchu, is a member of the Rutaceae family. This aromatic shrub is native to the Western Cape region of South Africa. The primary medicinal part used is the dried leaf, which has a long history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics Buchu is…


  • 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…


  • Citrus × aurantium (flos)

    Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium (flos), commonly known as Bitter Orange Flower or Neroli, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is the flower, valued for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. It is native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Western Asia regions. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening, with bitter,…


  • Citrus × aurantium (pericarp)

    Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium, commonly known as bitter orange, Seville orange, or sour orange, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is the pericarp, or dried orange peel. It is native to the Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and North Africa and has a long history as a digestive and mild stimulant herb. Energetics…


  • Evodia rutaecarpa

    Botanical Overview Evodia rutaecarpa, commonly known as Evodia or Wu Zhu Yu, is a plant in the Rutaceae family primarily found in East Asia, including China and Korea. The fruit, root, and leaves are the parts traditionally used medicinally. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying, featuring bitter and pungent tastes. It has an…


  • Tetradium ruticarpum

    Botanical Overview Tetradium ruticarpum, also known as Euodia or Wu Zhu Yu, belongs to the Rutaceae family. Its ripe fruit is the commonly used medicinal part. The plant is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan, and is widely utilized in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in…