upper respiratory tract infections – Page 2 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Viola odorata

Botanical Overview Viola odorata, commonly known as Sweet violet, English violet, or Common violet, belongs to the Violaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the flower, leaf, and herb. Energetics This plant is traditionally considered cooling and moistening with bitter and sweet tastes. It…
Marrubium vulgare

Botanical Overview Marrubium vulgare (White horehound) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. Commonly used parts include the leaf and aerial parts. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia and has been introduced to North America. Common names: White horehound, Horehound. Energetics Temperature: Cooling Moisture: Drying Tastes: Bitter Tonicity: Relaxing…
Sambucus nigra (flos)

Botanical Overview Sambucus nigra (flos), commonly known as Elderflower, Black Elderberry flower, or European Elderflower, belongs to the family Adoxaceae. The medicinal part used is primarily the flower. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Energetics The flowers have a cooling temperature and moistening moisture quality, with bitter and sweet tastes. Their…
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…
Schizonepeta tenuifolia

Botanical Overview Schizonepeta tenuifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Lamiaceae family, commonly known as Japanese catnip, Japanese hedge nettle, or Jing Jie in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The aerial parts, including leaves and flowering tops, are primarily used in herbal preparations. Native to East Asia (China, Japan, Korea), it grows widely in these…
Notopterygium incisum

Botanical Overview Notopterygium incisum, belonging to the Apiaceae family, is commonly known as Qiang Huo or Notopterygium root. The medicinally used part is the root, harvested primarily from regions including China, Tibet, Sichuan, and the Himalayas. It is recognized for its distinctive serrate leaves. Energetics The root exhibits warming and drying properties, with tastes described…
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…
Salvia fruticosa

Botanical Overview Salvia fruticosa, commonly known as Greek sage or Three-lobed sage, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in effect, with bitter and pungent tastes. It is tonifying to the qi…
Thymbra spicata

Botanical Overview Thymbra spicata, commonly known as Eastern Mediterranean thyme, spiked thyme, or wild thyme, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is indigenous to the Eastern Mediterranean region including parts of the Middle East and Southeastern Europe. The leaves and flowering tops are the parts most commonly used in herbal preparations. Energetics This herb is…
Kunzea ericoides

Botanical Overview Kunzea ericoides, commonly known as Kanuka, White Tea Tree, or White Kunzea, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and Australia. The plant parts used medicinally include the leaves and essential oils derived from them. Energetics Kunzea ericoides has a neutral temperature with drying moisture characteristics. Its taste profile…

Syndromes: upper respiratory tract infections