asthma – Page 4 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Cecropia obtusifolia

Botanical Overview Cecropia obtusifolia is a species in the Urticaceae family commonly known as Trumpet tree, Guarumo, or simply Cecropia. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and northern South America. The leaves and bark are the primary medicinal parts used traditionally. Energetics The plant energetics are characterized as cooling and moistening, with bitter, astringent,…
Securidaca longepedunculata

Botanical Overview Securidaca longepedunculata is a member of the Polygalaceae family, commonly known as the Violet tree or Pink-tailed tree. It is native to Sub-Saharan Africa where various parts including root, bark, and leaves are traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Energetics This plant is regarded as warming and drying in nature, with bitter and pungent…
Xylopia aethiopica

Botanical Overview Xylopia aethiopica is a member of the Annonaceae family, commonly known as Ethiopian pepper, Negro pepper, or Guinea pepper. It is native to West and Central Tropical Africa. The primary medicinal parts used are the fruit, seeds, and bark. Energetics This plant exhibits warming temperature and drying moisture energetics. The taste profile includes…
Commiphora kataf

Botanical Overview Commiphora kataf is a resin-producing shrub or small tree of the Burseraceae family, native to Northeast Africa, the Horn of Africa, the Middle East, and the Arabian Peninsula. Commonly known as Rotten Gum or Kataf Myrrh, the plant’s resin and bark are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics The plant is considered warming and drying…
Inula racemosa

Botanical Overview Inula racemosa is an aromatic perennial herb belonging to the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Himalayan region, including India, Pakistan, and Nepal. The root is the primary medicinal part used in various traditional systems. Commonly known as Pushkarmool or Indian Elecampane, it is recognized for its respiratory and digestive benefits. Energetics…
Petiveria alliacea

Botanical Overview Petiveria alliacea, commonly known as Anamu, Guinea henweed, Mouse weed, or Wild garlic, belongs to the Phytolaccaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and West Africa. The medicinal parts commonly used include the leaf, root, and whole plant. Energetics This plant has a warming temperature and drying moisture…
Carapichea ipecacuanha

Botanical Overview Carapichea ipecacuanha, belonging to the family Rubiaceae, is commonly known as Ipecac or Brazilian ipecac. It is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. The medicinally used part is the root, well recognized for its emetic properties. Energetics The root is considered cooling and moistening with a bitter and acrid taste.…
Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco

Botanical Overview Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, commonly known as White Quebracho, is a tree species of the Apocynaceae family native to South America including Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil, and Uruguay. The medicinally used part is primarily the bark. Common names include White Quebracho and Quebracho Blanco. Energetics This plant is considered warming and drying in effect, with bitter…
Lobelia inflata

Botanical Overview Lobelia inflata, commonly known as Indian tobacco, Puke weed, or Vomiting lobelia, belongs to the Campanulaceae family. It is native to Eastern North America and primarily the aerial parts including leaves and whole plant are used medicinally. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in nature, with bitter and pungent tastes. Its…
Aegle marmelos

Botanical Overview Aegle marmelos (family Rutaceae) is a medicinal tree native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Commonly known as Bael, Bengal quince, golden apple, or stone apple, various parts including fruit, leaf, root, bark, and seed are used therapeutically. Energetics This species is considered warming in temperature and drying in moisture quality, with…

Symptoms: asthma