Regions: North America

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  • Humulus lupulus

    Botanical Overview Humulus lupulus, commonly known as hops or common hop, belongs to the family Cannabaceae. The plant is traditionally used in herbal medicine for its sedative and digestive properties. The primary parts used are the flower cones, with leaves and stems sometimes applied. Native to Europe, North America, and Western Asia, hops have been…


  • Solidago virgaurea

    Botanical Overview Solidago virgaurea, commonly known as European goldenrod or woundwort, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, Northern Asia, and North America. The plant parts commonly used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, and flower heads. Energetics The energetics of Solidago virgaurea are considered neutral in temperature with a…


  • 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…


  • Chamerion angustifolium

    Botanical Overview Chamerion angustifolium, commonly known as Fireweed or Rosebay willowherb, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Onagraceae family. It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere including Europe, North America, and Asia. The aerial parts, especially the leaves, flowers, and young shoots, are used medicinally and sometimes as food. Energetics This…


  • Euphrasia officinalis

    Botanical Overview Euphrasia officinalis, commonly known as Eyebright, belongs to the family Orobanchaceae. It is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. The medicinally used parts are the aerial parts, including the flowering tops and leaves. Eyebright has a notable history in European herbal medicine, primarily for eye and upper respiratory conditions. Energetics…


  • Viburnum opulus

    Botanical Overview Viburnum opulus, commonly known as Guelder rose, Cramp bark, or European cranberrybush, belongs to the family Adoxaceae. It is native to Europe, Northern Asia, and North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the bark, fruit, and leaves. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture quality with bitter and astringent tastes.…


  • Elymus repens

    Botanical Overview Elymus repens (family Poaceae), commonly known as Couch grass, Common couch grass, Quackgrass, or Twitch grass, is a perennial rhizomatous grass native to Europe, Asia, and introduced to North America. The rhizome and root are the parts commonly used medicinally. Energetics This plant has a cooling temperature and moistening moisture quality. Its taste…


  • Tussilago farfara

    Botanical Overview Tussilago farfara, commonly known as Coltsfoot, belongs to the family Asteraceae. The primary parts used in herbal medicine are the leaves and flowers. Native to Europe and Asia, Coltsfoot has been naturalized in North America. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with sweet, bitter, and mucilaginous tastes. It has…


  • Galium aparine

    Botanical Overview Galium aparine, commonly known as Cleavers, Goosegrass, Sticky Willy, or Catchweed, is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Northern Africa, it is known for its trailing, clinging stems and small white flowers. The aerial parts or whole herb are traditionally used medicinally. Energetics This herb exhibits…


  • Eupatorium perfoliatum

    Botanical Overview Eupatorium perfoliatum, commonly known as Boneset or Thoroughwort, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the aerial parts including the leaves and flowering tops. Energetics This herb is noted for its cooling temperature and moistening moisture characteristics. Its taste profile includes bitter and…