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Botanical Overview Inula racemosa is an aromatic perennial herb belonging to the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Himalayan region, including India, Pakistan, and Nepal. The root is the primary medicinal part used in various traditional systems. Commonly known as Pushkarmool or Indian Elecampane, it is recognized for its respiratory and digestive benefits. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Salacia reticulata belongs to the family Celastraceae and is commonly known as Kothala himbutu, Salacia, and Ponkoranti. The root, stem, and bark are the primary parts used medicinally. Native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, it has a notable history in traditional Ayurvedic and Western systems as a potent antidiabetic herb. Energetics…
Botanical Overview Alpinia galanga, commonly known as Greater galangal, Lengkuas, Lawang, or Thai ginger, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Its rhizome is the primary part used for culinary and medicinal purposes. Native to Southeast Asia including Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and India, it is widely utilized for its aromatic and therapeutic properties.…
Botanical Overview Petiveria alliacea, commonly known as Anamu, Guinea henweed, Mouse weed, or Wild garlic, belongs to the Phytolaccaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and West Africa. The medicinal parts commonly used include the leaf, root, and whole plant. Energetics This plant has a warming temperature and drying moisture…
Botanical Overview Latin Name: Sophora flavescens (Family: Fabaceae) Common Names: Ku Shen, Shrubby Sophora Root, Lightyellow Sophora Root, Sophora root Parts Used: Root Energetics It is traditionally regarded as cooling with drying moisture. Its taste profile includes bitter and pungent flavors, and it is considered to have a relaxing tonicity affecting primarily the qi. Primary…
Botanical Overview Rheum palmatum, commonly known as Chinese rhubarb, Turkey rhubarb, or palmatum rhubarb, belongs to the Polygonaceae family. It is native to China and Central Asia. The root and rhizome of this plant are primarily used in herbal medicine for their notable medicinal properties. Energetics Rheum palmatum is characterized by a cooling temperature and…
Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium (fructus), commonly known as Bitter orange, Seville orange, or Sour orange, is a member of the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the dried fruit peel, sometimes including the fruit itself. Native to Mediterranean regions, Asia, and North Africa, it has a long history of use in traditional…
Botanical Overview Xanthium strumarium, commonly known as Common cocklebur or Rough cocklebur, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is widespread across North America, Asia, Europe, and Africa. The plant parts used medicinally include the fruit (seed-containing bur), leaves, and roots. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes.…
Botanical Overview Celastrus paniculatus, commonly known as Intellect tree, Malkangani, Jyotishmati, or Oil plant, belongs to the Celastraceae family. Native to India and Southeast Asia, the primary parts used medicinally are the seeds and their oil. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes. It has an ascending and…
Botanical Overview Kaempferia parviflora, commonly known as Black Ginger, Thai Ginseng, or Krachaidum, is a member of the Zingiberaceae family native to Southeast Asia, predominantly Thailand. The medicinally used part is the rhizome, traditionally valued for its invigorating properties. Energetics This plant is characterized as warming and drying in nature with bitter and pungent tastes.…