Symptoms: chest congestion

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  • Plumbago zeylanica

    Botanical Overview Plumbago zeylanica, commonly known as Ceylon leadwort, Chitrak, or White leadwort, belongs to the Plumbaginaceae family. This plant is native to India, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Australia. The medicinal parts primarily used are the root, leaf, and sometimes the whole plant. Energetics Plumbago zeylanica is considered warming and drying in temperature and moisture…


  • Platycodon grandiflorus

    Botanical Overview Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as Balloon flower or Chinese bellflower, belongs to the Campanulaceae family. Its root is the primary part used medicinally. This plant is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan, and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Platycodon grandiflorus root is characterized by…


  • Cinnamomum tamala

    Botanical Overview Cinnamomum tamala, commonly known as Indian bay leaf, tejpatta, or Malabar leaf, belongs to the Lauraceae family. The primary medicinal part used is the leaf. It is native to the South Asian region, particularly the Indian subcontinent, where it is valued for both culinary and medicinal use. Energetics This herb is considered warming…


  • Arisaema erubescens

    Botanical Overview Arisaema erubescens belongs to the Araceae family and is commonly called Red Arisaema or Chinese Cobra Lily. The medicinal parts used are primarily the processed roots. Native to East Asia, especially China and the Himalayan regions, this perennial herb has a history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The processed root is…


  • Maytenus ilicifolia

    Botanical Overview Maytenus ilicifolia, commonly known as Espinheira-santa or Santa espina, is a species in the Celastraceae family native to South America, predominantly found in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The medicinal parts used are primarily the dried leaves. Energetics The plant’s energetics are generally characterized as cooling and drying, with bitter and astringent tastes.…