Asia – Page 4 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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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…
Urtica dioica (radix)

Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (radix), commonly known as Stinging Nettle Root or Nettle Root, belongs to the family Urticaceae. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. The root is the primary part used medicinally, known for its various actions related to genitourinary and musculoskeletal systems. Energetics The root exhibits a cooling temperature…
Rumex acetosella

Botanical Overview Rumex acetosella, commonly known as Sheep’s sorrel, Red sorrel, Field sorrel, or Yellow sorrel, is a herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe but naturalized widely across North America, Asia, and Australia. The most commonly used parts are the leaves and roots. Energetics This plant is characterized by a…
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…
Rubus idaeus (folia)

Botanical Overview Rubus idaeus (folia), commonly known as Red Raspberry Leaf or Raspberry Leaf, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The medicinal part used is the leaf. Native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, this plant has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Raspberry Leaf has a neutral temperature and moisture profile. Its…
Trifolium pratense

Botanical Overview Trifolium pratense, commonly known as Red clover, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The flowers are the primary medicinal part used, harvested from this herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Energetics Red clover has a cooling temperature and moistening moisture characteristic with sweet and bitter tastes. It is generally relaxing in…
Verbascum thapsus (flos olei)

Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus (flos olei) is commonly known as Common mullein or Great mullein and belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. The flower and its extract, including the flower oil, are the parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Energetics Verbascum thapsus is considered warming and moistening…
Juniperus communis

Botanical Overview Juniperus communis, commonly known as Common juniper or Juniper berry, belongs to the Cupressaceae family. It is native across Europe, North America, and Asia. The parts used medicinally include the berries, leaves, and twigs. Energetics This plant exhibits warming temperature and drying moisture energetics. Its tastes are bitter, pungent, and astringent, with an…
Tanacetum parthenium

Botanical Overview Tanacetum parthenium, commonly known as Feverfew or Bachelor’s button, is a member of the Asteraceae family. The parts used medicinally are primarily the leaf and flower. The plant is native to Europe and Asia and has been naturalized in parts of North America. Energetics Feverfew is characterized by a cooling and drying energy,…
Linum usitatissimum (semen)

Botanical Overview Linum usitatissimum (flaxseed or linseed) is a plant in the Linaceae family cultivated widely in temperate regions worldwide including Europe, Asia, and North America. The seed (semen) is the primary medicinal part used traditionally and in modern herbalism. Common names include Flaxseed and Linseed. Energetics The seeds possess a cooling temperature and moistening…

Regions: Asia