vata imbalance – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Salvia hispanica

Botanical Overview Salvia hispanica, commonly known as Chia, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the southern United States. The primary part used medicinally and nutritionally is the seed. Chia seeds are renowned for their nutritional benefits and have been traditionally consumed for energy and health. Energetics…
Avena sativa

Botanical Overview Avena sativa, commonly known as oat or common oat, belongs to the Poaceae family. The plant is widely cultivated across Europe, North America, and Asia. Parts used medicinally include the seed, straw, and herb. Oats have a long history of use as a nutritive and medicinal plant for various indications. Energetics Avena sativa…
Alpinia officinarum

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…
Rosa × damascena

Botanical Overview Rosa × damascena, commonly known as Damask rose or Rose of Damascus, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The plant is cultivated extensively in the Middle East, Mediterranean region, Bulgaria, Iran, and Turkey. The primary parts used medicinally are the flower petals and rose hips. It is treasured for its aromatic and therapeutic properties.…
Borago officinalis

Botanical Overview Borago officinalis, commonly known as Borage, Starflower, or Common Borage, is a member of the Boraginaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but now grows widely across Europe and Western Asia. The parts used medicinally include the flowers, leaves, seeds, and the whole herb. Energetics Borage is considered cooling and moistening…
Myristica fragrans

Botanical Overview Myristica fragrans, commonly known as Nutmeg or Mace, belongs to the family Myristicaceae. Native to Indonesia and cultivated in tropical regions such as India, the Caribbean, and Sri Lanka, the plant’s seed and aril are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics This warming and drying herb possesses sweet, pungent, and bitter tastes. It…
Piper betle

Botanical Overview Piper betle belongs to the family Piperaceae and is commonly known as Betel leaf or Paan. The plant is native to and widely used in South and Southeast Asia. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Energetics Piper betle has a warming and drying energetic profile with tastes described as peppery, pungent,…

Symptoms: vata imbalance