Symptoms: digestive discomfort

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  • Bixa orellana

    Botanical Overview Bixa orellana, commonly known as Achiote, Annatto, Rouge seed, or Urucum, is a tropical plant belonging to the family Bixaceae. Native to Central and South America and the Caribbean, it is widely cultivated across tropical Asia and West Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the seeds, leaves, and roots. The seeds are…


  • Tynanthus panurensis

    Botanical Overview Tynanthus panurensis is a climbing vine in the family Bignoniaceae, native to the Amazon Basin and other South American tropical regions. Known commonly as Breu branco or Chico branco, it is traditionally used for its aromatic and medicinal properties. The stem and leaves are the primary parts utilized in herbal preparations. Energetics The…


  • 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…


  • Aspalathus linearis

    Botanical Overview Aspalathus linearis is a member of the Fabaceae family native to the Western Cape of South Africa. Commonly known as Rooibos or Red bush tea, its leaves and twigs are harvested and used for medicinal and tea preparations. It is prized for its antioxidant properties and a naturally caffeine-free profile. Energetics Rooibos is…


  • Nepeta cataria

    Botanical Overview Nepeta cataria, commonly known as Catnip, Catmint, Catswort, or Catnep, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Native to Europe and Asia and naturalized in North America, the plant’s aerial parts, leaves, and flowers are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics Catnip is considered cooling and moistening in energetic quality with a bitter and minty…


  • Dioscorea villosa

    Botanical Overview Dioscorea villosa, commonly known as Wild yam, is a member of the Dioscoreaceae family. It is native to Eastern North America. The parts used medicinally include the rhizome and root. Wild yam is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine for its spasmolytic and anti-inflammatory properties. Energetics It possesses a neutral temperature and moisture…


  • Camellia sinensis

    Botanical Overview Camellia sinensis belongs to the family Theaceae and is the source of tea leaves used globally. The medicinal parts used are the young leaves. Common names include Tea plant, Green tea, Black tea, White tea, and Oolong tea. Native to Asia, it is widely cultivated in China, India, Japan, and Sri Lanka. Energetics…


  • Hibiscus sabdariffa

    Botanical Overview Hibiscus sabdariffa, commonly known as Roselle or Sour tea, is a member of the Malvaceae family. It is cultivated widely across tropical Asia, Africa, and parts of the Caribbean. The primary parts used medicinally are the calyces, leaves, and seeds, notable for their vibrant color and tart flavor. Energetics This plant is classified…


  • Magnolia officinalis

    Botanical Overview Magnolia officinalis belongs to the Magnoliaceae family and is commonly known as Magnolia bark or Houpu Magnolia bark. The medicinal part used is primarily the dried bark. This tree species is native to East Asia, particularly China and Japan. Energetics In traditional energetic terms, Magnolia officinalis is warming and drying, with bitter and…