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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 Ammi majus, commonly known as Bishop’s weed, greater ammi, or golden lace, is a medicinal plant from the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Southwest Asia. The fruit and seed are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics Ammi majus is considered warming and drying with bitter and pungent…
Botanical Overview Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, Indian ginseng, or Winter cherry, is a member of the Solanaceae family. Native to Southwest Asia and the Mediterranean regions, this plant’s root, leaf, and berry are traditionally used in medicine. Energetics Withania somnifera is traditionally recognized as warming and drying with bitter and pungent tastes. Its…
Botanical Overview Pimpinella anisum, commonly known as Anise, is a member of the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, Southwest Asia, and parts of North Africa and Southern Europe. The primary medicinal part used is the seed (often called aniseed). Common names include Anise and Sweet Anise. Energetics Anise is considered warming…
Botanical Overview Nigella sativa (Ranunculaceae), commonly known as Black seed, Black cumin, or Habbatul barakah, is native to Southwest Asia, the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East. Commonly used parts include the seeds and oil extracted from them. Energetics This herb has a warming temperature and drying moisture quality, with bitter and pungent tastes.…
Botanical Overview Cuminum cyminum, commonly known as cumin or cumin seed, is a small annual herb in the Apiaceae family. It is widely cultivated in the Mediterranean, Southwest Asia, North Africa, and India. The primary medicinal part used is the seed, valued for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. Energetics Cumin seed is considered warming and…
Botanical Overview Pistacia atlantica (family Anacardiaceae), commonly known as Atlas pistachio, Mount Atlas mastic tree, or wild pistachio, is native to the Mediterranean, Middle East, North Africa, and Southwest Asia. Traditional uses employ the leaves, seeds, resin, and gum of the plant. Energetics This species is generally considered warming and drying in nature. Its tastes…
Botanical Overview Anacyclus pyrethrum, belonging to the Asteraceae family, is commonly known as Pellitory root, African pyrethrum, Spanish chamomile, and Akkalkara. The plant is indigenous to Mediterranean, North Africa, and Southwest Asia. The root is the primary part used medicinally. Energetics The root is considered warming and drying in nature, with a bitter and pungent…
Botanical Overview Crocus sativus (Family: Iridaceae) is commonly known as Saffron or Saffron crocus. The parts used medicinally are the stigma and styles of the flower. Native to the Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia, it is cultivated notably in Iran, Spain, Greece, Morocco, and Kashmir (India). Energetics Crocus sativus is considered warming and drying in…
Botanical Overview Senna alexandrina, commonly known as Alexandrian senna or Indian senna, belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia. The medicinal parts used are primarily the leaves, leaflets, and pods (follicles) which contain the active laxative constituents. Energetics Senna is cooling and drying in nature with a bitter…