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Calendula officinalis

Botanical Overview Calendula officinalis, commonly known as Marigold or Pot Marigold, belongs to the Asteraceae family. The medicinal part mainly used is the flower. Native to the Mediterranean and introduced widely in Europe and Western Asia, it has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Calendula is characterized energetically as cooling and neutral in moisture,…
Lepidium meyenii

Botanical Overview Lepidium meyenii, commonly known as Maca or Peruvian ginseng, belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is native to the high Andes of Peru. The edible root is the primary part used medicinally and nutritionally. Known traditionally for its energizing and hormone-modulating properties, Maca is often utilized to support endocrine and reproductive health. Energetics…
Actaea racemosa

Botanical Overview Actaea racemosa, commonly known as Black cohosh, Black snakeroot, and Squaw root, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. This plant is native to Eastern North America and has been traditionally used by Native American and Western herbalists. Energetics Black cohosh is considered energetically neutral…
Vitex agnus-castus

Botanical Overview Vitex agnus-castus, commonly known as chasteberry, chaste tree, or monk’s pepper, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean and southwestern Asia, the plant’s dried fruit is primarily used medicinally. Energetics The energetics of Vitex agnus-castus are generally neutral in temperature and moisture, with bitter and pungent tastes. It has…
Echinacea angustifolia

Botanical Overview Echinacea angustifolia belongs to the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as Narrowleaf purple coneflower or Black Sampson. It is native to the central United States and North America. The root and aerial parts of the plant are primarily used in herbal medicine preparations. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture…
Echinacea purpurea

Botanical Overview Echinacea purpurea, commonly known as Purple Coneflower or simply Echinacea, belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to North America and the parts used medicinally include the root, flower, and other aerial parts. It is widely used as an immunostimulant herb. Energetics The energetics of Echinacea purpurea are considered neutral in temperature…
Passiflora incarnata

Botanical Overview Passiflora incarnata, commonly known as Passionflower, Maypop, or Passion flower, belongs to the family Passifloraceae. It is native to Eastern North America, especially the Southeastern United States. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, flowers, and the herb. Energetics This herb is considered cooling in temperature and neutral in moisture. Its…
Ginkgo biloba

Botanical Overview Ginkgo biloba is the sole species of the ancient Ginkgoaceae family, commonly known as Ginkgo or Maidenhair tree. It is native to East Asia, particularly China, and is widely cultivated worldwide. The primary medicinal parts used are the leaves and seeds. Common names include Ginkgo and Maidenhair tree. Energetics Ginkgo biloba has a…
Rhodiola rosea

Botanical Overview Rhodiola rosea is a perennial flowering plant in the Crassulaceae family, commonly known as Golden root, Arctic root, or Rose root. The medicinal part of the plant is the root, traditionally used in northern temperate and arctic regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It has been valued for its adaptogenic and stimulant…
Gymnema sylvestre

Botanical Overview Gymnema sylvestre belongs to the family Apocynaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Asia and is also found in parts of Africa. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf. Common names include Gymnema, Gymnema leaf, and Australian cowplant. Energetics Gymnema sylvestre is considered to have a neutral temperature and…

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