aerial parts – Page 3 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Hyssopus officinalis

Botanical Overview Hyssopus officinalis, commonly known as Hyssop, is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia and Europe, it is traditionally harvested for its leaves, flowers, and aerial parts. Known also as Hyssop sage or Garden hyssop, it has been used in herbal medicine for…
Thymus vulgaris

Botanical Overview Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as Garden thyme or simply Thyme, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, this aromatic plant is widely cultivated for its culinary and medicinal uses. The parts used traditionally include the leaves, flowers, and aerial parts. Energetics Thyme is considered warming and…
Foeniculum vulgare

Botanical Overview Foeniculum vulgare, commonly known as Fennel, Sweet fennel, or Sweet cumin, is a species in the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but is also found throughout Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The plant’s parts used medicinally include seeds, fruits, aerial parts, leaves, and root. Fennel is widely recognized for…
Mentha × piperita

Botanical Overview Mentha × piperita, commonly known as Peppermint or Mint, belongs to the family Lamiaceae. This hybrid species is native to Europe and Asia but widely cultivated in North America. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and aerial parts. Peppermint is famous for its aromatic essential oils, predominantly menthol and menthone. Energetics…
Capsella bursa-pastoris

Botanical Overview Capsella bursa-pastoris, commonly known as Shepherd’s Purse, is a member of the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia but widely naturalized throughout North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the aerial parts and leaves harvested when fresh or dried. Energetics This herb is considered to have a neutral temperature…
Leonurus japonicus

Botanical Overview Latin name: Leonurus japonicusFamily: LamiaceaeParts used: Aerial parts, herbCommon names: Chinese motherwort, Oriental motherwort Energetics The plant is considered energetically neutral in temperature with moistening properties. It has a bitter and acrid taste with ascending and descending directional qualities. It is tonifying and primarily influences the flow of qi and blood. Primary Actions…
Stachys palustris

Botanical Overview Latin Name: Stachys palustris Family: Lamiaceae Parts Used: Aerial parts, leaf, flower Common Names: Marsh Woundwort, Hedge Woundwort, Marsh Hedge-nettle Energetics Stachys palustris is considered cooling and moistening in nature. It has bitter and astringent tastes. Its energetic profile is generally relaxing and primarily supports the qi. Primary Actions Astringent Anti-inflammatory Wound healing…
Origanum majorana

Botanical Overview Origanum majorana, commonly known as Marjoram or Sweet marjoram, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Western Asia, and has been widely cultivated in Europe. The main parts used medicinally are the aerial parts including leaves and flowering tops. Marjoram is prized for its aromatic properties and…
Alchemilla vulgaris

Botanical Overview Alchemilla vulgaris, commonly known as Lady’s Mantle, is a perennial herb in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe and parts of Northern Asia and has been introduced to North America. The aerial parts of the plant are used medicinally and have a long tradition in Western herbal medicine. Common names include…
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…

Parts Used: aerial parts