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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…
Botanical Overview Latin name: Coptis; Berberis spp. Family: Berberidaceae Parts used: Root, Rhizome, Bark, Stem Common names: Barberry, Goldthread, Oregon grape Energetics Temperature: Cooling Moisture: Drying Tastes: Bitter, Astringent Directionality: Not well characterized Tonicity: Tonifying Qi/Blood/Fluid: Qi tonic Primary Actions Antimicrobial Bitter Choleretic Hepatoprotective Anti-inflammatory Indications Western Indigestion Diarrhea Jaundice Infections Liver dysfunction Skin infections…
Botanical Overview Plantago major L., commonly known as Broadleaf plantain, Greater plantain, or Common plantain, belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to temperate regions worldwide, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The herbaceous perennial grows low to the ground and is known for its broad, ovate leaves and inconspicuous flowers. The primary parts…
Botanical Overview Hydrastis canadensis, commonly known as Goldenseal, Orangeroot, or Yellow Puccoon, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Eastern North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the rhizome and root. Energetics Goldenseal is considered warming and drying in nature. Its tastes are bitter, acrid, and astringent. It exhibits descending directionality and…
Botanical Overview Scutellaria baicalensis, commonly known as Baikal skullcap, Chinese skullcap, or Huang Qin, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Its primary medicinal part used is the root. Native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Russia, it has a rich history in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Scutellaria baicalensis is characterized by a cooling…
Botanical Overview Trigonella foenum-graecum, commonly known as Fenugreek, Greek Hayseed, or Bird’s Foot, is a member of the Fabaceae family. The seed and leaf are the primary parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Southern Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. Energetics Fenugreek is considered warming in temperature and moistening in moisture qualities. It…
Botanical Overview Alpinia officinarum, commonly known as Lesser Galangal or simply Galangal, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the rhizome. Native to Southeast Asia, including China and India, it has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems. Energetics The plant exhibits a warming and drying nature with pungent…
Botanical Overview Cinnamomum cassia, commonly known as Cassia or Chinese cinnamon, belongs to the family Lauraceae. This evergreen tree is native to China and Southeast Asia. The medicinal part used is primarily the bark, harvested and dried to produce the characteristic aromatic spice and herbal remedy. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in…
Botanical Overview Zingiber officinale, commonly known as Ginger, belongs to the family Zingiberaceae. The medicinal part used is primarily the rhizome. Native to Southeast Asia and India, ginger is widely cultivated across tropical Asia. Energetics It is warming and drying in nature, with a pungent and sweet taste. Its energetic directionality is ascending and outward,…
Botanical Overview Rubus idaeus (folia), commonly known as Red Raspberry Leaf or Raspberry Leaf, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The medicinal part used is the leaf. Native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, this plant has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Raspberry Leaf has a neutral temperature and moisture profile. Its…