Western Asia – Page 3 – Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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Quercus robur (cortex)

Botanical Overview Quercus robur (cortex), commonly known as English oak or oak bark, belongs to the Fagaceae family. The medicinal part used is the bark, harvested predominantly in European and Western Asian regions. Oak bark has a long history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics Oak bark is considered cooling in temperature and…
Rubus fruticosus

Botanical Overview Rubus fruticosus, commonly known as Blackberry or Blackberry leaf, belongs to the Rosaceae family. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and Western Asia. The medicinal parts used primarily include the leaves, stems, and fruits, with the leaves being most commonly utilized for therapeutic purposes. Energetics The leaf is considered energetically neutral…
Filipendula ulmaria

Botanical Overview Filipendula ulmaria, commonly known as Meadowsweet, Queen of the meadow, or Meadwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia but has been introduced to North America as well. The parts used medicinally include the flowers, leaves, and roots. Energetics Filipendula ulmaria is…
Salix alba

Botanical Overview Salix alba, commonly known as White willow, European willow, or simply Willow, belongs to the family Salicaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The medicinal parts commonly used are the bark and leaves. Energetics White willow is considered cooling and drying in nature, with bitter and astringent tastes. It…
Calendula officinalis

Botanical Overview Calendula officinalis, commonly known as Marigold or Pot Marigold, belongs to the Asteraceae family. The medicinal part mainly used is the flower. Native to the Mediterranean and introduced widely in Europe and Western Asia, it has a long history of traditional use. Energetics Calendula is characterized energetically as cooling and neutral in moisture,…
Sambucus nigra (fructus)

Botanical Overview Sambucus nigra (fructus) belongs to the family Adoxaceae. The medicinally used parts are the ripe fruits or berries commonly known as Elderberry or Black elder. Native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, the dark purple-black berries have a long history of use in traditional and Western herbal medicine. Common names include Elderberry,…
Trigonella foenum-graecum

Botanical Overview Trigonella foenum-graecum, commonly known as Fenugreek, Greek Hayseed, or Bird’s Foot, is a member of the Fabaceae family. The seed and leaf are the primary parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Southern Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. Energetics Fenugreek is considered warming in temperature and moistening in moisture qualities. It…
Leonurus cardiaca

Botanical Overview Leonurus cardiaca, commonly called Motherwort, Lion’s Tail, or Lion’s Ear, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe and Western Asia and has been introduced to North America. The most commonly used parts are the aerial parts including the leaves and flowers. Energetics Motherwort is considered cooling in temperature…
Crataegus monogyna

Botanical Overview Crataegus monogyna, commonly known as Common hawthorn or Single-seeded hawthorn, is a member of the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinal parts include the flowers, leaves, and fruit, traditionally harvested for cardiovascular and mild sedative uses. Energetics This herb is considered neutral in temperature with…
Hedera helix

Botanical Overview Hedera helix, commonly known as English Ivy or Common Ivy, is a member of the Araliaceae family. Native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, this plant’s leaves and roots are traditionally used medicinally. Its broad green leaves are a distinctive feature, widely recognized around the world. Energetics Temperature: Neutral Moisture: Moistening Tastes:…

Regions: Western Asia