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Botanical Overview Quercus robur, commonly known as English oak, pedunculate oak, or common oak, belongs to the family Fagaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The medicinal parts used primarily include the bark, leaves, and galls. Energetics This plant is traditionally considered cooling and drying with bitter and astringent tastes. Its…
Botanical Overview Brassica nigra, commonly known as Black mustard or Mustard seed, belongs to the Brassicaceae family. The primary part used medicinally is the seed. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, it is widely cultivated for culinary and medicinal purposes. Energetics This herb is warming and drying in nature, with a pungent and…
Botanical Overview Punica granatum, commonly known as Pomegranate, belongs to the family Lythraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa. Various parts are used medicinally including the fruit, peel, seed, flower, and bark. Known for its bright red fruit, this plant has a long history of traditional use.…
Botanical Overview Digitalis purpurea, commonly known as Foxglove or Purple foxglove, is a biennial or short-lived perennial plant from the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The medicinal parts chiefly used are the leaves and flowers which contain potent cardiac glycosides. Energetics The plant is considered cooling and drying…
Botanical Overview Hyoscyamus niger, commonly known as Black henbane or simply Henbane, belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinally used parts include the leaf, seed, and root. Henbane has a long history of use in Western and Unani herbal traditions. Energetics This herb is considered…
Botanical Overview Atropa belladonna, commonly known as Belladonna or Deadly Nightshade, belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The primary parts used medicinally are the root, leaves, and berries. The plant is notorious for its high toxicity but has a significant history of medicinal use. Energetics Belladonna…
Botanical Overview Rosa canina, commonly known as Dog Rose or Wild Rose, is a species in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The plant parts used medicinally include the fruit (rose hips), flowers, roots, and leaves. Rose hips are especially valued for their rich vitamin C content and…
Botanical Overview Papaver somniferum, commonly known as Opium poppy or Poppy, belongs to the family Papaveraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Southwest Asia, Europe, and North Africa. The medicinally used parts primarily include the seed, seed capsule latex (source of opium), and seed oil. Notably, the plant is the natural source of opiate…
Botanical Overview Mentha spicata, commonly known as Spearmint, Garden mint, or Common mint, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia but is now cultivated worldwide. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and aerial parts. This herb is widely recognized for its aromatic, refreshing…
Botanical Overview Peganum harmala, commonly known as Syrian rue or Harmal, belongs to the family Nitrariaceae. It grows primarily in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Central Asian, and North African regions. The seeds are the primary part used for medicinal purposes due to their rich alkaloid content. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying in nature…