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Bryophyllum pinnatum

Botanical Overview Bryophyllum pinnatum belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is commonly known as Air plant, Life plant, Cathedral bells, Miracle leaf, and Four o’clock plant. The medicinal parts used are primarily the leaves and the whole plant. This succulent species is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa and is widely naturalized in…
Erythroxylum coca

Botanical Overview Erythroxylum coca is a perennial shrub of the family Erythroxylaceae, native to the Andean regions of South America. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf, commonly known as coca leaf. Traditional use involves chewing the dried leaves or preparing infusions. Common names include Coca and Coca leaf. Energetics The plant energetically is…
Rosa canina

Botanical Overview Rosa canina, commonly known as Dog Rose or Wild Rose, is a species in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The plant parts used medicinally include the fruit (rose hips), flowers, roots, and leaves. Rose hips are especially valued for their rich vitamin C content and…
Gossypium herbaceum

Botanical Overview Gossypium herbaceum, commonly known as Levant cotton or cotton plant, belongs to the Malvaceae family. It is native to Africa, Asia, and the Mediterranean regions. The parts used medicinally include seeds, leaves, and roots. Energetics This plant is considered neutral in temperature and moistening in nature. Its taste profile includes astringent, bitter, and…
Fallopia multiflora

Botanical Overview Fallopia multiflora, commonly known as Fo-ti, He Shou Wu, or Chinese knotweed, is a member of the Polygonaceae family. The primary medicinal part used is the root, harvested mainly in East Asia, particularly China. Energetics This herb is considered warming and moistening in nature. Its taste profile includes bitter, sweet, and acrid flavors.…
Amorphophallus konjac

Botanical Overview Amorphophallus konjac, commonly known as konjac, konnyaku, devil’s tongue, or voodoo lily, is a member of the Araceae family. Indigenous to East and Southeast Asia, especially China, Japan, and Korea, the plant’s underground corm or root is used medicinally and as a food source. Energetics Konjac is considered cooling and moistening in nature,…
Salvia hispanica

Botanical Overview Salvia hispanica, commonly known as Chia, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the southern United States. The primary part used medicinally and nutritionally is the seed. Chia seeds are renowned for their nutritional benefits and have been traditionally consumed for energy and health. Energetics…
Acacia senegal

Botanical Overview Acacia senegal (Family Fabaceae) is a tree native to Northeast Africa, especially Sudan and the Sahel region. It is commonly known as Gum arabic, Acacia gum, or Talha. The primary part used medicinally and commercially is the gum exudate, a dried sap from the bark. Energetics Acacia senegal’s energetics are considered neutral in…
Linum usitatissimum

Botanical Overview Linum usitatissimum, commonly known as Flax or Linseed, belongs to the Linaceae family. Its primary parts used medicinally are the seed, oil, and fiber. Native to Europe and Western Asia, it is widely cultivated and used in North America as well. Energetics Flax is traditionally considered cooling in temperature and moistening in nature.…
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Botanical Overview Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, commonly known as Chinese hibiscus, Hawaiian hibiscus, or Shoeblackplant, belongs to the Malvaceae family. This tropical flowering shrub is native to Tropical Asia and widely cultivated in the Pacific Islands, Hawaii, India, and Southeast Asia. The primary plant parts used medicinally are the flowers and leaves. Energetics Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is considered…

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