Leaves – Page 5 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Origanum dictamnus

Botanical Overview Origanum dictamnus, commonly known as Dittany of Crete, Dictamnus, or Cretan dittany, is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, particularly the island of Crete, this plant’s aerial parts, including leaves and flowers, are traditionally used in herbal medicine. Energetics Origanum dictamnus is characterized as warming and…
Satureja thymbra

Botanical Overview Satureja thymbra, commonly known as Savory of Crete, Mediterranean Savory, or Whorled Savory, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. The plant’s aromatic leaves and aerial parts are primarily used for medicinal purposes. It is native to the Mediterranean region where it has been traditionally valued. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and drying…
Teucrium polium

Botanical Overview Teucrium polium is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Commonly known as Felty Germander, Polium Germander, or Pennyroyal Germander, it is native to the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinal parts used include the aerial parts, leaves, and flowering tops. Energetics Teucrium polium is considered cooling and…
Ferula communis

Botanical Overview Ferula communis, commonly known as Giant fennel or Ferula, belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region including Southeastern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. The medicinal parts used traditionally include the root, stem, and leaves. Energetics This warming and drying herb has bitter and pungent tastes. It…
Macropiper excelsum

Botanical Overview Macropiper excelsum, commonly known as Kawakawa or New Zealand pepper tree, belongs to the Piperaceae family. This small tree or shrub is native to New Zealand. The parts used medicinally include the leaves and bark, which have been traditionally utilized by the Māori people. Energetics Kawakawa is considered warming and drying in nature…
Anemopsis californica

Botanical Overview Anemopsis californica, commonly known as Yerba Mansa or Lizard Tail, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Saururaceae native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. The plant’s root, rhizome, and leaves are traditionally harvested for medicinal use. Energetics Yerba Mansa is characterized by a warming temperature and drying moisture. It…
Erythrina mulungu

Botanical Overview Erythrina mulungu, commonly known as Mulungu or Coral tree, is a member of the Fabaceae family native to South America, notably Brazil and the Amazon rainforest. The bark and leaves are primarily used in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and neutral in moisture with bitter and sweet tastes. Its energetic…
Parthenium argentatum

Botanical Overview Parthenium argentatum, commonly known as guayule, silverleaf guayule, or gumweed, is a perennial shrub in the family Asteraceae native to Northern Mexico and the Southwestern United States. The plant’s root, stem, and leaves have been studied for medicinal and industrial uses. Guayule is well-known for its role as a natural source of hypoallergenic…
Guazuma ulmifolia

Botanical Overview Guazuma ulmifolia, commonly known as West Indian elm, Bay cedar, Guácimo, Mutamba, or simply Guazuma, is a member of the Malvaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and the Caribbean. The parts used medicinally include the bark, leaves, and seeds. Energetics The plant is traditionally considered cooling in temperature and…
Baccharis trimera

Botanical Overview Baccharis trimera is a perennial shrub belonging to the Asteraceae family, commonly known as Carqueja or Brazilian Tea. It is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, and flowering tops. The plant has a long history of traditional use in the…

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