wounds – Page 4 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Macropiper excelsum

Botanical Overview Macropiper excelsum, commonly known as Kawakawa or New Zealand pepper tree, belongs to the Piperaceae family. This small tree or shrub is native to New Zealand. The parts used medicinally include the leaves and bark, which have been traditionally utilized by the Māori people. Energetics Kawakawa is considered warming and drying in nature…
Leptospermum scoparium

Botanical Overview Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as Manuka or New Zealand tea tree, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and southeastern Australia. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves, flowers, and essential oil derived from these. Manuka is well known for its traditional use in wound healing and antimicrobial…
Schkuhria pinnata

Botanical Overview Schkuhria pinnata belongs to the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as Dwarf marigold or Schkuhria weed. It is a herbaceous plant used traditionally in Southern Africa, Mexico, and South America. The parts used medicinally are primarily the whole plant or aerial parts. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying with a…
Anemopsis californica

Botanical Overview Anemopsis californica, commonly known as Yerba Mansa or Lizard Tail, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Saururaceae native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. The plant’s root, rhizome, and leaves are traditionally harvested for medicinal use. Energetics Yerba Mansa is characterized by a warming temperature and drying moisture. It…
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…
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…
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…
Alchornea cordifolia

Botanical Overview Alchornea cordifolia (family Euphorbiaceae) is a widely distributed medicinal plant native to West and Central Tropical Africa. Commonly known as Christmas bush or Heart-leaf tree, its leaves, stem bark, and roots are traditionally used for various medicinal purposes. Energetics The plant is generally considered neutral in temperature with moistening properties. It carries bitter…
Detarium microcarpum

Botanical Overview Detarium microcarpum (family Fabaceae) is a woody plant native to West Africa and parts of the Sahel region, commonly known as Sweet detar or Tallow tree. The fruit pulp, seeds, bark, and leaves are traditionally used in various medicinal and nutritional applications. Energetics This plant is considered neutral in temperature and moisture, with…
Annona senegalensis

Botanical Overview Annona senegalensis, commonly known as African custard-apple or wild soursop, belongs to the Annonaceae family. It is native to various regions of Africa, including West, Central, and East Africa. The plant’s parts used medicinally include the fruit, leaves, root, stem bark, and seeds. Energetics The plant is considered cooling and moistening in energetic…

Symptoms: wounds