Venus – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Achillea millefolium

Botanical Overview Achillea millefolium, commonly known as Yarrow or Common yarrow, belongs to the family Asteraceae. The plant is native to Eurasia and North America and traditionally uses its aerial parts, including flower heads and leaves, in herbal medicine. Recognized for its fern-like foliage and clusters of small white to pink flowers, it has a…
Melissa officinalis

Botanical Overview Melissa officinalis, commonly known as Lemon balm or Melissa, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, West Asia, and has naturalized in North America. The herbal preparations primarily use the leaves and aerial parts. Energetics Melissa officinalis is considered to have a cooling temperature and moistening quality. It…
Crataegus monogyna

Botanical Overview Crataegus monogyna, commonly known as Common hawthorn or Single-seeded hawthorn, is a member of the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinal parts include the flowers, leaves, and fruit, traditionally harvested for cardiovascular and mild sedative uses. Energetics This herb is considered neutral in temperature with…
Pimpinella anisum

Botanical Overview Pimpinella anisum, commonly known as Anise, is a member of the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Southwest Asia, and parts of North Africa and Southern Europe. The primary medicinal part used is the seed (often called aniseed). Common names include Anise and Sweet Anise. Energetics Anise is considered warming…
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…
Chamaemelum nobile

Botanical Overview Chamaemelum nobile, commonly known as Roman chamomile or English chamomile, is a member of the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and the Mediterranean region, its flowering tops are primarily used for medicinal purposes. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered cooling and drying in nature with bitter and sweet tastes. It exhibits descending and…
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…
Rosa × damascena

Botanical Overview Rosa × damascena, commonly known as Damask rose or Rose of Damascus, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The plant is cultivated extensively in the Middle East, Mediterranean region, Bulgaria, Iran, and Turkey. The primary parts used medicinally are the flower petals and rose hips. It is treasured for its aromatic and therapeutic properties.…
Ocimum basilicum

Botanical Overview Ocimum basilicum, commonly known as basil or sweet basil, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region but cultivated widely in Asia and tropical Africa. The primary parts used medicinally include the leaves, flowers, and whole herb. Basil is well-known for its aromatic leaves used both culinarily…
Lavandula angustifolia

Botanical Overview Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English lavender or true lavender, is a member of the Lamiaceae family native to the Mediterranean region of Europe. The fragrant flowers and aerial parts are primarily used in herbal medicines. Energetics This herb exhibits a cooling temperature and drying moisture quality, with bitter and sweet tastes. It…

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