Inflammatory conditions – Page 2 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Prunella vulgaris

Botanical Overview Prunella vulgaris, commonly known as Self-heal or Heal-all, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America, the plant’s aerial parts including leaves and flowers are used medicinally. Energetics Prunella vulgaris has a cooling temperature and moistening moisture quality. Its taste profile includes bitter, astringent,…
Kalanchoe pinnata

Botanical Overview Kalanchoe pinnata is a succulent plant species in the family Crassulaceae, commonly known as Cathedral Bells, Air Plant, Miracle Leaf, Plant of Life, and Goethe Plant. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar but widely naturalized across tropical regions including South and Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and Central America. The leaf and…
Alstonia boonei

Botanical Overview Alstonia boonei, belonging to the Apocynaceae family, is a tropical African tree commonly known as Pattern wood, Cheesewood, or God’s tree. The bark, root, and leaves are traditionally used for medicinal purposes across West and Central Africa. Common names: Cheesewood, God’s tree, Pattern wood. Parts Used: Bark, Root, Leaves. Energetics Temperature: coolingMoisture: dryingTastes:…
Piper aduncum

Botanical Overview Piper aduncum is a member of the Piperaceae family, commonly known as Spiked pepper, Higuillo, or Matico. It is native to Central and South America. The plant’s leaves, stems, and roots are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in nature, possessing acrid, bitter, and pungent tastes. It has…
Dendrobium nobile

Botanical Overview Dendrobium nobile is an orchid species from the family Orchidaceae, commonly known as Noble dendrobium or Shi Hu. It is native to China, India, Southeast Asia, and the Himalayan region. Traditionally, the stem is the primary part used for medicinal purposes. Energetics Dendrobium nobile exhibits a cooling and moistening energetic profile with sweet…
Allium cepa

Botanical Overview Allium cepa, commonly known as onion or common onion, is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family cultivated worldwide. The bulb is the primary part used medicinally, with occasional use of the leaf. It is a staple culinary and medicinal plant. Energetics Onion has a warming temperature and drying moisture quality. Its tastes are…
Handroanthus impetiginosus

Botanical Overview Handroanthus impetiginosus (formerly Tabebuia impetiginosa), commonly known as Pau d’Arco, Lapacho, Pink Ipê, or Taheebo, is a member of the Bignoniaceae family native to the tropical forests of South America including Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, and Bolivia. The inner bark of this deciduous tree is the primary medicinal part used traditionally and in modern…
Laurus nobilis

Botanical Overview Laurus nobilis, commonly known as Bay laurel, Bay leaf, or simply Laurel, belongs to the Lauraceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, this aromatic evergreen shrub or small tree provides leaves and berries that are used medicinally and culinarily. Energetics Bay laurel is considered warming and drying in nature. Its taste profile includes…
Origanum vulgare

Botanical Overview Origanum vulgare, commonly known as oregano or wild marjoram, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Europe and has naturalized in North America. The parts used medicinally are the aerial parts including leaves and flowering tops. It is widely recognized for…
Commiphora myrrha

Botanical Overview Commiphora myrrha (Family: Burseraceae) is a resinous tree native to Northeast Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Its resin, known commonly as myrrh, has been used medicinally for centuries. The resin is the primary part used in traditional and modern herbal applications. Common names include Myrrh, African Myrrh, and Somalian Myrrh. Energetics Myrrh is…

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