Regions: Western Asia

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  • Melilotus officinalis

    Botanical Overview Melilotus officinalis, commonly known as Yellow Sweet Clover or Sweet Clover, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The plant is native to Europe and Western Asia and has naturalized in North America. The flowering tops, leaves, and herbaceous parts are chiefly used in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered warming and drying…


  • Linum usitatissimum

    Botanical Overview Linum usitatissimum, commonly known as Flax or Linseed, belongs to the Linaceae family. Its primary parts used medicinally are the seed, oil, and fiber. Native to Europe and Western Asia, it is widely cultivated and used in North America as well. Energetics Flax is traditionally considered cooling in temperature and moistening in nature.…


  • Mentha spicata

    Botanical Overview Mentha spicata, commonly known as Spearmint, Garden mint, or Common mint, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia but is now cultivated worldwide. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and aerial parts. This herb is widely recognized for its aromatic, refreshing…


  • Ononis spinosa

    Botanical Overview Ononis spinosa, commonly known as Restharrow or Spiny restharrow, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and Western Asia. The parts used medicinally include the root and the aerial herb. The plant is characterized by its spiny stems and yellow flowers. Energetics Ononis…


  • Tilia cordata

    Botanical Overview Tilia cordata, commonly known as Small-leaved lime, Linden, Lime tree, or Littleleaf linden, belongs to the Malvaceae family. The plant parts traditionally used include the flowers, leaves, bark, and wood. It is native to Europe and Western Asia. Energetics Tilia cordata is considered cooling in temperature and moistening in nature. Its taste is…


  • Cnicus benedictus

    Botanical Overview Cnicus benedictus, commonly known as Blessed Thistle, belongs to the Asteraceae family. This herb is native to the Mediterranean region, Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The aerial parts, leaves, and flowering tops are traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Energetics Blessed Thistle is considered warming and drying in nature, with a distinctly bitter…


  • Frangula alnus

    Botanical Overview Frangula alnus, commonly known as Alder buckthorn, Glossy buckthorn, Frangula, or Black alder, belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinal part used traditionally is the bark. This small deciduous tree or shrub is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa where it commonly grows in moist habitats. Energetics Frangula alnus bark has…


  • Althaea officinalis

    Botanical Overview Althaea officinalis, commonly known as Marshmallow or Marshmallow root, belongs to the Malvaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the root, leaf, and flower. Energetics Marshmallow is considered cooling and moistening in nature, with sweet and mucilaginous tastes. It has a descending…


  • Hypericum perforatum

    Botanical Overview Hypericum perforatum, commonly known as St. John’s Wort, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Hypericaceae. The plant is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa but has become naturalized worldwide. The primary parts used medicinally are the flowering tops and aerial parts harvested during bloom. Common names include St. John’s…


  • Salvia officinalis

    Botanical Overview Salvia officinalis, commonly known as Common sage or Garden sage, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Europe and Western Asia. The primary medicinal part used is the dried leaf, which has a long history in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is…