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Botanical Overview Hyoscyamus niger, commonly known as Black henbane or simply Henbane, belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinally used parts include the leaf, seed, and root. Henbane has a long history of use in Western and Unani herbal traditions. Energetics This herb is considered…
Botanical Overview Tanacetum parthenium, commonly known as Feverfew or Bachelor’s button, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The parts used medicinally are primarily the leaf and flower. The plant is native to Europe and Asia and has been naturalized in parts of North America. Energetics Feverfew is characterized by a cooling and drying energy,…
Botanical Overview Pulsatilla vulgaris, commonly known as Pasque flower or European pasqueflower, belongs to the family Ranunculaceae. The plant is native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. Traditionally, the root, flower, and herb parts are used medicinally. Energetics Temperature: cooling Moisture: drying Tastes: bitter, astringent Tonicity: relaxing Qi/Blood/Fluid: qi Primary Actions Anodyne Antispasmodic Diaphoretic…
Botanical Overview Arisaema erubescens belongs to the Araceae family and is commonly called Red Arisaema or Chinese Cobra Lily. The medicinal parts used are primarily the processed roots. Native to East Asia, especially China and the Himalayan regions, this perennial herb has a history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The processed root is…
Botanical Overview Anacyclus pyrethrum (family Asteraceae) is commonly known as Akarkara, Spanish chamomile, or Pellitory root. The medicinal part used primarily is the root (radix). Native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and India, this perennial herbaceous plant is valued in traditional herbal systems for its nerve-stimulating and analgesic properties. Energetics The root is warming and…
Botanical Overview Erythrina verna, known commonly as Coral Bean or Coral Tree, belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and West Indies. The parts commonly used in traditional medicine are the leaves, seeds, and bark. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature, with bitter and sweet tastes. Its…