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Botanical Overview Catha edulis (family Celastraceae), commonly known as Khat, Qat, Arabian tea, Mirra, or Miraa, is a flowering shrub native to the Horn of Africa and Arabian Peninsula regions, as well as East Africa. The fresh leaves and twigs are traditionally used for their stimulant properties. Energetics The plant is considered warming and drying,…
Botanical Overview Coffea arabica is a member of the Rubiaceae family, commonly known as Arabica coffee or simply coffee. The primary medicinal parts used are the seeds, commonly referred to as coffee beans. Native to Ethiopia and Yemen, it is now widely cultivated in tropical regions such as South America. The seeds contain notable bioactive…
Botanical Overview Avena sativa, commonly known as oat or common oat, belongs to the Poaceae family. The plant is widely cultivated across Europe, North America, and Asia. Parts used medicinally include the seed, straw, and herb. Oats have a long history of use as a nutritive and medicinal plant for various indications. Energetics Avena sativa…
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 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.…
Botanical Overview Erythroxylum catuaba is a small tree or shrub of the family Erythroxylaceae native to South America, particularly Brazil. Commonly known as Catuaba, the bark is the primary part used medicinally. Traditionally, it is employed for its nervous system tonic and aphrodisiac properties. Energetics The herb is considered warming and neutral in moisture, with…