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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Regions: China

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  • Ginkgo biloba

    Botanical Overview Ginkgo biloba is the sole species of the ancient Ginkgoaceae family, commonly known as Ginkgo or Maidenhair tree. It is native to East Asia, particularly China, and is widely cultivated worldwide. The primary medicinal parts used are the leaves and seeds. Common names include Ginkgo and Maidenhair tree. Energetics Ginkgo biloba has a…

  • Platycodon grandiflorus

    Botanical Overview Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as Balloon flower or Chinese bellflower, belongs to the Campanulaceae family. Its root is the primary part used medicinally. This plant is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan, and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Platycodon grandiflorus root is characterized by…

  • Ephedra sinica

    Botanical Overview Ephedra sinica, commonly called Chinese ephedra or Ma huang, is a member of the Ephedraceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the stem. It is native to China and Northeast Asia and has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine as a stimulant and bronchodilator. Energetics This herb is considered…

  • Glycyrrhiza uralensis

    Botanical Overview Glycyrrhiza uralensis, commonly known as Chinese licorice or Gan Cao, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the root and rhizome. Native to East Asia, including China and Mongolia, it is widely used in traditional and modern herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered neutral in temperature and moistening…

  • Alpinia officinarum

    Botanical Overview Alpinia officinarum, commonly known as Lesser Galangal or simply Galangal, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. The medicinal part used is primarily the rhizome. Native to Southeast Asia, including China and India, it has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems. Energetics The plant exhibits a warming and drying nature with pungent…

  • Cinnamomum cassia

    Botanical Overview Cinnamomum cassia, commonly known as Cassia or Chinese cinnamon, belongs to the family Lauraceae. This evergreen tree is native to China and Southeast Asia. The medicinal part used is primarily the bark, harvested and dried to produce the characteristic aromatic spice and herbal remedy. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in…

  • Artemisia princeps

    Botanical Overview Artemisia princeps, commonly known as Japanese mugwort or Yomogi, belongs to the family Asteraceae. It is native to East Asia including Japan, Korea, and China. The leaf and herb parts of the plant are primarily used in herbal medicine. Energetics The herb is characterized as warming and drying, with bitter and acrid tastes.…

  • 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…

  • Bergenia ciliata

    Botanical Overview Bergenia ciliata, belonging to the Saxifragaceae family, is commonly known as Hairy Bergenia, Pashanbheda, or Stonebreaker. It is native to the Himalayan regions of South Asia and China. The rhizome, leaves, and roots of this plant are commonly used in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics The plant exhibits a cooling and moistening nature with…

  • Inula britannica

    Botanical Overview Inula britannica, also known as British Yellowhead or Meadow Fleabane, belongs to the family Asteraceae. This herbaceous plant is native to Europe and temperate regions of Asia, including China and Japan. The parts most commonly used medicinally are the flowers, roots, and aerial herbs. Energetics Inula britannica is traditionally considered warming and drying,…