Syndromes: mild constipation

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  • Turnera diffusa

    Botanical Overview Turnera diffusa, commonly known as Damiana, is a member of the Passifloraceae family. It is native to Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. The medicinal part used traditionally is the leaf, which has aromatic and bitter taste properties. Damiana is widely recognized for its traditional use as an aphrodisiac and nervine…


  • Sambucus nigra (fructus)

    Botanical Overview Sambucus nigra (fructus) belongs to the family Adoxaceae. The medicinally used parts are the ripe fruits or berries commonly known as Elderberry or Black elder. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, the dark purple-black berries have a long history of use in traditional and Western herbal medicine. Common names include Elderberry,…


  • Rumex acetosella

    Botanical Overview Rumex acetosella, commonly known as Sheep’s sorrel, Red sorrel, Field sorrel, or Yellow sorrel, is a herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe but naturalized widely across North America, Asia, and Australia. The most commonly used parts are the leaves and roots. Energetics This plant is characterized by a…


  • Sambucus ebulus

    Botanical Overview Sambucus ebulus (family Adoxaceae), commonly known as Danewort, Dwarf Elder, and European Dwarf Elder, is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The plant’s rhizome, fruit, stem, and leaf are used medicinally. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in energetic quality, with a bitter and sweet taste. It has a…