Symptoms: Inflammation

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  • Phyllanthus amarus

    Botanical Overview Phyllanthus amarus of the family Phyllanthaceae is a small tropical herb commonly known as Bhui Amalaki, Carry me seed, or Stonebreaker. It is widely found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. The whole plant is used medicinally in traditional systems. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening…


  • 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,…


  • Parthenium argentatum

    Botanical Overview Parthenium argentatum, commonly known as guayule, silverleaf guayule, or gumweed, is a perennial shrub in the family Asteraceae native to Northern Mexico and the Southwestern United States. The plant’s root, stem, and leaves have been studied for medicinal and industrial uses. Guayule is well-known for its role as a natural source of hypoallergenic…


  • Guazuma ulmifolia

    Botanical Overview Guazuma ulmifolia, commonly known as West Indian elm, Bay cedar, Guácimo, Mutamba, or simply Guazuma, is a member of the Malvaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and the Caribbean. The parts used medicinally include the bark, leaves, and seeds. Energetics The plant is traditionally considered cooling in temperature and…


  • Copaifera langsdorffii

    Botanical Overview Copaifera langsdorffii belongs to the Fabaceae family and is native to South America, particularly the Amazon rainforest region in Brazil. The plant is primarily valued for its oleoresin, commonly known as Copaiba balsam or resin, which is harvested from the tree trunks. Traditional common names include Copaiba and Copaiba balsam. Energetics The resin…


  • Vangueria madagascariensis

    Botanical Overview Vangueria madagascariensis is a small tree or shrub belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Commonly known as Wild Medlar, Tengere, Spanish Tamarind, or African medlar, it is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Comoros Islands. Various parts are used medicinally including the fruit, leaves, roots, and bark. Energetics This plant is considered to…


  • 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…


  • Warburgia salutaris

    Botanical Overview Warburgia salutaris is a tree species in the family Canellaceae, commonly known as Pepper-bark tree or Kirikokota. It is native to Eastern and Southern Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the bark and leaves. Energetics This plant is traditionally considered warming and drying, with bitter and pungent tastes. Its energetic directionality is…


  • Uvaria chamae

    Botanical Overview Uvaria chamae (family Annonaceae), commonly known as Bush Banana or Finger root, is native to West and Central Tropical Africa. The root, stem bark, and leaves are traditionally utilized in folk medicine. Energetics Uvaria chamae is considered warming and drying in nature. It carries bitter and astringent tastes and is tonifying to the…


  • Parkia biglobosa

    Botanical Overview Parkia biglobosa, commonly known as African locust bean or Néré, belongs to the Fabaceae family. This plant is native to West and Central Africa. The bark, leaves, seeds, and fruit pulp are used medicinally. Energetics Parkia biglobosa is considered neutral in temperature and moisture, with bitter, astringent, and sweet tastes. Its energetics are…