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Botanical Overview Vanilla planifolia is a member of the Orchidaceae family, commonly known as vanilla, flat-leaved vanilla, or vanilla orchid. The plant is native to Central America and Mexico and widely cultivated in Madagascar and other tropical regions. The medicinal part used is the bean pods, which are primarily known for their aromatic and culinary…
Botanical Overview Latin name: Asparagus racemosusFamily: AsparagaceaeParts used: RootCommon names: Shatavari, Satavar, Wild asparagus Energetics Asparagus racemosus is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with bitter and sweet tastes. It is tonifying and has an ascending directionality affecting the qi, fluids, and essence. Primary Actions Adaptogen Galactagogue Demulcent Antioxidant Immunomodulator Anti-inflammatory Nervine tonic Indications Western…
Botanical Overview Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, Indian ginseng, or Winter cherry, is a member of the Solanaceae family. Native to Southwest Asia and the Mediterranean regions, this plant’s root, leaf, and berry are traditionally used in medicine. Energetics Withania somnifera is traditionally recognized as warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes. Its…
Botanical Overview Pfaffia paniculata belongs to the family Amaranthaceae and is commonly known as Suma, Brazilian ginseng, or Para rubber root. The plant is native to South America, particularly the Amazon rainforest regions of Brazil. Traditionally, the root is used medicinally for its tonic and adaptogenic properties. Energetics The root is considered warming in temperature,…
Botanical Overview Cola acuminata belongs to the Malvaceae family and is commonly known as Bitter kola or Cola nut. The plant is native to West and Tropical Africa. The primary part used medicinally is the seed or nut, which is traditionally chewed or prepared in various forms. Energetics The plant is considered warming and drying,…
Botanical Overview Mucuna pruriens, commonly known as Velvet bean or Cowhage, belongs to the Fabaceae family. It grows mainly in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. The primary parts used medicinally are the seeds and leaves. Known for its rich content of L-DOPA, this plant is highly valued in traditional and…