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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Regions: Southeastern United States

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  • Ilex vomitoria

    Botanical Overview Ilex vomitoria, commonly known as Yaupon holly, Black drink, or Cassina, is a member of the Aquifoliaceae family. Native to the southeastern and southern United States, this plant’s leaves are traditionally used for preparing stimulating infusions. Commonly harvested parts include the leaves. Energetics The plant is generally considered warming and drying in nature,…

  • Chionanthus virginicus

    Botanical Overview Chionanthus virginicus, commonly known as Fringe tree, Grancy graybeard, Old man’s beard, and Virginian fringetree, belongs to the Oleaceae family. The plant is native to the Eastern and Southeastern United States. The bark, root, and leaf are traditionally used parts in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature,…

  • Chamaelirium luteum

    Botanical Overview Chamaelirium luteum, commonly known as False Unicorn, False Unicorn Root, Devil’s Bit, and Blazing Star, belongs to the family Liliaceae. The medicinal parts used are primarily the rhizome and root. This perennial herb is native to Eastern North America, especially the Southeastern United States. Energetics The energetics of False Unicorn are generally considered…

  • Viburnum prunifolium

    Botanical Overview Viburnum prunifolium, commonly known as Black Haw, is a member of the Adoxaceae family. Native to Eastern North America, particularly in the Southeastern United States, Black Haw is primarily used medicinally for its bark. Energetics Black Haw has a neutral temperature and drying moisture quality. Its taste profile includes bitter and astringent qualities.…

  • Myrica cerifera

    Botanical Overview Myrica cerifera, commonly known as bayberry, wax myrtle, southern bayberry, and candleberry, is a member of the Myricaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, parts of eastern North America, and the Caribbean. The useful parts include the berries, leaves, and twigs, which have a long tradition of medicinal use. Energetics…

  • Serenoa repens

    Botanical Overview Serenoa repens, commonly known as saw palmetto, is a member of the Arecaceae family. Native to the Southeastern United States, its medicinally used part is the ripe fruit. The unassuming berries have a longstanding traditional use focused primarily on male reproductive health. Common names: Saw palmetto Energetics Saw palmetto’s energetics are generally considered…

  • Passiflora incarnata

    Botanical Overview Passiflora incarnata, commonly known as Passionflower, Maypop, or Passion flower, belongs to the family Passifloraceae. It is native to Eastern North America, especially the Southeastern United States. The parts used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, flowers, and the herb. Energetics This herb is considered cooling in temperature and neutral in moisture. Its…

  • Dysphania ambrosioides

    Botanical Overview Latin Name: Dysphania ambrosioidesFamily: AmaranthaceaeParts Used: Leaf, aerial partsCommon Names: Epazote, American wormseed, Mexican tea, Herba Sancti Mariæ Energetics Warming and drying in nature, with bitter and pungent tastes. It exhibits a descending directionality and relaxing tonicity affecting qi. Primary Actions Anthelmintic Carminative Spasmolytic Antimicrobial Digestive stimulant Indications Western Intestinal worms Digestive discomfort…

  • Baptisia tinctoria

    Botanical Overview Baptisia tinctoria, commonly known as Yellow Wild Indigo, Horsefly Weed, or St. John’s Wort False Indigo, belongs to the Fabaceae family. Native to Eastern and Southeastern North America, this herb’s roots and aerial parts are utilized medicinally. Energetics It has warming and drying properties, with a taste profile that is bitter and acrid.…