menstrual irregularities – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Artemisia vulgaris

Botanical Overview Artemisia vulgaris, commonly known as Mugwort or Common Mugwort, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The plant’s leaf and flower parts are primarily used medicinally. Mugwort is recognized for its aromatic, bitter taste and mild stimulating properties. Energetics It is considered warming and drying in…
Asparagus racemosus

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…
Actaea racemosa

Botanical Overview Actaea racemosa, commonly known as Black cohosh, Black snakeroot, and Squaw root, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. This plant is native to Eastern North America and has been traditionally used by Native American and Western herbalists. Energetics Black cohosh is considered energetically neutral…
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…
Achillea santolina

Botanical Overview Achillea santolina belongs to the family Asteraceae and is commonly referred to as Cottonweed yarrow, Santolina yarrow, or Wormwood yarrow. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, flowering tops, and leaves. The species is native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and Western Asia. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and…
Verbena officinalis

Botanical Overview Verbena officinalis, commonly known as Vervain, belongs to the Verbenaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and has been naturalized in North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the aerial parts, including leaves and flowers. Common names include Vervain, Common vervain, and Purple vervain. Energetics Verbena officinalis is…
Curcuma zedoaria

Botanical Overview Curcuma zedoaria, commonly known as White turmeric or Zedoary, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. The medicinal part primarily used is the rhizome. This perennial herb is native to South and Southeast Asia and valued in several traditional medicine systems. Energetics This plant exhibits warming and drying energetic qualities with bitter and pungent tastes.…
Dioscorea villosa

Botanical Overview Dioscorea villosa, commonly known as Wild yam, is a member of the Dioscoreaceae family. It is native to Eastern North America. The parts used medicinally include the rhizome and root. Wild yam is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine for its spasmolytic and anti-inflammatory properties. Energetics It possesses a neutral temperature and moisture…
Saraca asoca

Botanical Overview Saraca asoca (family Fabaceae), commonly known as Ashoka or the sorrowless tree, is a sacred medicinal plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The bark, flowers, leaves, and seeds are traditionally used parts. Energetics The plant is considered energetically neutral in temperature, drying in moisture influence, with predominantly astringent and bitter…

Syndromes: menstrual irregularities