Europe – Page 8 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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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…
Matricaria chamomilla

Botanical Overview Matricaria chamomilla, commonly known as Chamomile or German chamomile, belongs to the family Asteraceae. The primary part used medicinally is the dried flower. It is native to Europe and Western Asia but has become naturalized worldwide. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature with bitter and sweet tastes. It has…
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…
Taxus baccata / Taxus brevifolia

Botanical Overview Taxus baccata and Taxus brevifolia are coniferous trees from the family Taxaceae, commonly known as English yew and Pacific yew respectively. The primary medicinal parts are the bark, leaves, and wood. These species naturally occur in Europe and North America. Energetics Classical energetics data for Taxus species are not well established in traditional…
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…
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…
Artemisia abrotanum

Botanical Overview Artemisia abrotanum, commonly known as Southernwood, Old Woman, or Warwood, is a member of the Asteraceae family. This herb is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and Western Asia. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and flowering tops. Energetics Southernwood has a warming temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste profile includes…
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…
Rosa canina / R. rubiginosa (fructus)

Botanical Overview Rosa canina and Rosa rubiginosa are species of wild rose belonging to the Rosaceae family. The medicinally used part is the fruit or rose hip, commonly known as dog rose or rose hip. Native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, these fruits have a long history of traditional use. Energetics The rose…

Regions: Europe