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Botanical Overview Xysmalobium undulatum (Family: Apocynaceae) is a medicinal plant native to Southern Africa. Commonly known as Uzara or Wild Cotton, the primary part used medicinally is the root. It has a longstanding traditional use in indigenous medicine. Energetics This herb is considered to have a neutral thermal effect and neutral moisture. It has a…
Botanical Overview Sutherlandia frutescens, belonging to the family Fabaceae, is a woody shrub native to Southern Africa. Commonly known as Cancer bush, Balloon pea, and Kankerbossie, it is traditionally used for its medicinal properties. The primary parts used are the leaves and whole plant. Energetics The plant is considered to have a neutral temperature and…
Botanical Overview Aloe ferox, also known as Cape aloe, Bitter aloe, or Red aloe, is a succulent plant species belonging to the family Asphodelaceae. Native to Southern Africa, it is valued for its leaves, from which the bitter yellow latex and clear gel are harvested for medicinal use. Energetics This plant is considered cooling in…
Botanical Overview Hypoxis hemerocallidea, commonly known as African potato, star flower, or yellow stars, is a member of the Hypoxidaceae family native to Southern Africa. The rhizomes and roots are the primary parts utilized medicinally. Energetics This plant exhibits a neutral temperature and moisture profile with bitter and sweet tastes. It is considered tonifying in…
Botanical Overview Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant in the family Apocynaceae, native to the arid regions of Southern Africa including Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana. The plant is commonly known as Hoodia, Bushman’s hat, or Bushman’s pipe. The primary medicinal part used is the stem, traditionally consumed by indigenous peoples to suppress appetite during…
Botanical Overview Lessertia frutescens, commonly known as Cancer bush, Kankerbos, Lamb’s quarters, and Sutherlandia, is a member of the Fabaceae family native to Southern Africa, including South Africa, Lesotho, Namibia, and Zimbabwe. The plant’s leaves and stems are primarily used medicinally. Energetics Lessertia frutescens is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture quality with…
Botanical Overview Pelargonium sidoides is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Geraniaceae family. Commonly known as South African geranium or Umckaloabo, it is native to Southern Africa. The medicinal part used is primarily the root. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature, with bitter and astringent tastes. Its tonicity is generally…
Botanical Overview Harpagophytum procumbens, commonly known as Devil’s Claw or Grapple Plant, belongs to the family Pedaliaceae and is native to Southern Africa including regions such as Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa. The medicinally used part is the root, especially the secondary tuberous roots. Energetics The root is considered cooling and drying in nature, with…
Botanical Overview Prunus africana (family Rosaceae), commonly known as African cherry or Pygeum, is native to various regions of Africa including Central, East, Southern, and Western Africa. The bark is the primary medicinal part used traditionally and in modern herbal medicine. Energetics Prunus africana bark is considered to have a neutral temperature and moistening quality,…
Botanical Overview Schkuhria pinnata belongs to the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as Dwarf marigold or Schkuhria weed. It is a herbaceous plant used traditionally in Southern Africa, Mexico, and South America. The parts used medicinally are primarily the whole plant or aerial parts. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying with a…