South Asia – Page 2 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Terminalia bellirica

Botanical Overview Terminalia bellirica is a tree in the Combretaceae family native to South and Southeast Asia, commonly known as Baheda, Beleric, Bibhitaki, or Belliric Myrobalan. The primary parts used medicinally include the fruit, seed, and bark. It is an integral herb in traditional Ayurvedic formulations and other Asian traditional medicine systems. Energetics The herb…
Terminalia chebula

Botanical Overview Terminalia chebula, commonly known as Chebulic myrobalan or Haritaki, belongs to the family Combretaceae. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. The primary part used medicinally is the fruit, known for its numerous therapeutic actions across various medical traditions. Energetics This plant is characterized as cooling and drying in temperature and moisture.…
Phyllanthus emblica

Botanical Overview Phyllanthus emblica, commonly known as Indian gooseberry, Amla, or Amalaki, belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, South Asia, and parts of Southeast Asia. The primary parts used medicinally include the fruit, leaf, root, and bark. Energetics This plant has a cooling temperature and moistening quality with prominent…
Murraya koenigii

Botanical Overview Murraya koenigii, commonly known as Curry leaf or Curry tree, belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. The plant’s mainly used parts include leaves, roots, bark, and fruit. Widely used in culinary and traditional medicine, especially in South Asian cultures. Energetics This herb has warming temperature and…
Andrographis paniculata

Botanical Overview Andrographis paniculata, commonly known as King of Bitters or Kalmegh, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Acanthaceae family. Native to South and Southeast Asia, this plant’s leaves and whole plant are primarily used in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics The energetics of Andrographis paniculata are characterized as cooling and drying, with a notably…
Coriandrum sativum

Botanical Overview Coriandrum sativum, commonly known as coriander, cilantro, or Chinese parsley, belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Western Asia, Europe, North Africa, and South Asia. The parts used medicinally include the seed, leaf, and fruit. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening with aromatic, bitter, and sweet…
Piper nigrum

Botanical Overview Piper nigrum, commonly known as black pepper or pepper, is a member of the Piperaceae family. Its fruit and seed are primarily used medicinally and culinarily. Native to South and Southeast Asia, especially India, black pepper is one of the most widely used spices worldwide. Common names include Black pepper and Pepper. Energetics…
Elettaria cardamomum

Botanical Overview Elettaria cardamomum is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, commonly known as cardamom, green cardamom, or true cardamom. The plant is native to South and Southeast Asia and parts of East Africa. The medicinally used parts are mainly the seeds, fruit, and pods. Energetics Cardamom is warming in temperature with drying moisture qualities.…
Plantago ovata

Botanical Overview Plantago ovata, commonly known as Psyllium, Ispaghula, or Isabgol, belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. The primary parts used medicinally are the husks and seeds. Native to South and Western Asia, this plant is valued primarily for its high soluble fiber content and bulk-forming properties. Energetics Plantago ovata is considered neutral in temperature and…
Punica granatum (flos)

Botanical Overview Punica granatum (family Lythraceae) is commonly known as Pomegranate. The part used in herbal medicine here is the flower (flos), prized in various traditional systems. The flowers are recognized for their vibrant color and are utilized for their medicinal properties mainly in Mediterranean, Western Asia, and South Asian regions. Energetics The flowers possess…

Regions: South Asia