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Botanical Overview Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared root), commonly known as Chinese foxglove or Shu Di Huang, belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. The part used medicinally is the prepared root, traditionally processed by steaming and drying. It is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature,…
Botanical Overview Urtica dioica, commonly known as stinging nettle or common nettle, belongs to the Urticaceae family. It is widespread across Europe, North America, Asia, and Northern Africa. The primary parts used medicinally include the leaf, root, and seed. Historically valued for its versatility, nettle has a long tradition of use in Western herbalism. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Arthrospira platensis, commonly known as Spirulina, belongs to the family Cyanobacteriaceae. It is a filamentous cyanobacterium found predominantly in tropical and subtropical alkaline lakes worldwide. The entire organism is used medicinally and as a nutritional supplement. Common names include Spirulina. Energetics This algae has a neutral temperature and moisture quality with an umami…
Botanical Overview Beta vulgaris, commonly known as beetroot or garden beet, belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. The primary medicinally used part is the root, valued worldwide for culinary and therapeutic uses. It is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, Western Asia, and has been widely cultivated in North America. Energetics Beta vulgaris root is traditionally considered…