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Botanical Overview Gymnema sylvestre belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Asia and is also found in parts of Africa. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Common names include Gymnema, Gymnema leaf, and Australian cowplant. Energetics Gymnema sylvestre is considered to have a neutral temperature and…
Botanical Overview Commiphora wightii (Family: Burseraceae) is a resin-producing shrub native to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Southeast Asia. Commonly known as Guggul or Indian bdellium, the medicinally used part is the aromatic resin exuded from the stem and branches. This resin has been prized historically in Ayurvedic and Unani traditions for its therapeutic properties. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Olea europaea (folia), commonly known as Olive leaf, belongs to the Oleaceae family. The leaves are the part used medicinally and the plant is native to the Mediterranean region. Olive leaf has a long history of traditional use in herbal medicine. Energetics Olive leaf is considered cooling and drying in nature. Its taste…
Botanical Overview Cynara scolymus, commonly known as Artichoke or Globe artichoke, belongs to the family Asteraceae. This perennial plant is native to the Mediterranean region including parts of Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. The parts used medicinally are the leaf and the immature flower bud. Energetics The energetics of Cynara scolymus are predominantly cooling…
Botanical Overview Gentianella alborosea belongs to the family Gentianaceae and is commonly known as “Hercampuri.” This medicinal plant is native to the Andean regions of Peru and Bolivia. The whole plant is traditionally used, particularly in traditional Andean herbal medicine. Energetics Gentianella alborosea has a cooling temperature and drying moisture energetics. Its primary taste is…
Botanical Overview Salacia reticulata belongs to the family Celastraceae and is commonly known as Kothala himbutu, Salacia, and Ponkoranti. The root, stem, and bark are the primary parts used medicinally. Native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, it has a notable history in traditional Ayurvedic and Western systems as a potent antidiabetic herb. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Euterpe oleracea, commonly known as açaí, açaí palm, or açaí berry, is a member of the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Amazon Basin and northern regions of South America, particularly Brazil’s Pará state. The medicinally used parts include the fruit, berry, and seed, which are popularly consumed as food and supplements.…
Botanical Overview Garcinia cambogia belongs to the family Clusiaceae and is commonly known as Malabar tamarind, Garcinia, Kudampuli, and Brindleberry. Native to Southeast Asia and India, the medicinal parts primarily used are the fruit rind or pericarp. It is traditionally valued for its sour and acidic taste and is often employed to aid digestion and…
Botanical Overview Stevia rebaudiana, belonging to the Asteraceae family, is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. The plant is primarily used for its leaves, known commonly as Stevia, Sweetleaf, or Sugarleaf. It is widely recognized for its natural sweetening properties with medicinal benefits. Energetics Stevia rebaudiana is considered cooling in temperature and…
Botanical Overview Camellia sinensis belongs to the family Theaceae and is the source of tea leaves used globally. The medicinal parts used are the young leaves. Common names include Tea plant, Green tea, Black tea, White tea, and Oolong tea. Native to Asia, it is widely cultivated in China, India, Japan, and Sri Lanka. Energetics…