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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Regions: Japan

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  • Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared root)

    Botanical Overview Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared root), commonly known as Chinese foxglove or Shu Di Huang, belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. The part used medicinally is the prepared root, traditionally processed by steaming and drying. It is native to East Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature,…

  • Paeonia lactiflora

    Botanical Overview Paeonia lactiflora, commonly known as Chinese peony or Bai Shao, is a member of the Paeoniaceae family. The medicinal part predominantly used is the root. Native to East Asia, particularly China, Korea, and Japan, it has longstanding traditional uses primarily in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The root of Paeonia lactiflora is considered to…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Aralia elata

    Botanical Overview Aralia elata (family Araliaceae), commonly known as Japanese Angelica Tree or Korean Angelica Tree, is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, including Japan, Korea, and parts of Russia and Manchuria. The parts mainly used medicinally are the root bark, stem bark, young shoots, and leaves. It has traditional uses primarily in East…

  • 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,…

  • Schizonepeta tenuifolia

    Botanical Overview Schizonepeta tenuifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Lamiaceae family, commonly known as Japanese catnip, Japanese hedge nettle, or Jing Jie in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The aerial parts, including leaves and flowering tops, are primarily used in herbal preparations. Native to East Asia (China, Japan, Korea), it grows widely in these…

  • Perilla frutescens (folia)

    Botanical Overview Perilla frutescens (folia) is a species in the family Lamiaceae, widely used in East and Southeast Asia including China, Japan, and Korea. The leaf, commonly called Perilla leaf or Shiso, is the primary part utilized medicinally and culinarily. Known as Beefsteak plant and Japanese basil, this herb is valued for its aromatic and…

  • Akebia quinata

    Botanical Overview Akebia quinata, commonly known as chocolate vine or five-leaf akebia, belongs to the family Lardizabalaceae. Native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, it is valued in traditional herbal medicine. The primarily used parts include the stems, fruit, and leaves. Energetics Akebia quinata is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture…