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Botanical Overview Vitex agnus-castus, commonly known as chasteberry, chaste tree, or monk’s pepper, is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean and southwestern Asia, the plant’s dried fruit is primarily used medicinally. Energetics The energetics of Vitex agnus-castus are generally neutral in temperature and moisture, with bitter and pungent tastes. It has…
Botanical Overview Agathosma betulina, commonly known as Buchu or Round-leaf buchu, is a member of the Rutaceae family. This aromatic shrub is native to the Western Cape region of South Africa. The primary medicinal part used is the dried leaf, which has a long history of use in traditional Western herbal medicine. Energetics Buchu is…
Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (folia), commonly known as Stinging Nettle or Nettle Leaf, is a member of the Urticaceae family. The primary medicinal parts used are the leaves, harvested for their therapeutic properties. Native to Europe, Asia, and North America, this plant has a longstanding history in herbal medicine traditions across the Western world and…
Botanical Overview Equisetum arvense, commonly known as field horsetail or common horsetail, is a fern ally of the family Equisetaceae native to temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia. The aerial parts, especially the sterile green stems, are used medicinally. It is recognized traditionally by names including Escale and Shavegrass. Energetics This herb possesses…
Botanical Overview Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, commonly known as Bearberry, Uva-ursi, or Kinnikinnick, belongs to the Ericaceae family. The medicinal parts used are primarily the dried leaves of the plant. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, including regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Energetics This herb is considered cooling in temperature and drying in moisture.…
Botanical Overview Coptis; Berberis; Mahonia spp. are members of the Berberidaceae family, commonly known as goldthread, barberry, Oregon grape, and mahonia. These plants are native to regions including North America, East Asia, and Europe. The medicinal parts primarily used are the roots and root bark. Energetics The energetics of these species are characterized by a…
Botanical Overview Hydrastis canadensis, commonly known as Goldenseal, Orangeroot, or Yellow Puccoon, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to Eastern North America. The medicinal parts used are primarily the rhizome and root. Energetics Goldenseal is considered warming and drying in nature. Its tastes are bitter, acrid, and astringent. It exhibits descending directionality and…
Botanical Overview Usnea spp., commonly known as Old man’s beard or lichen moss, is a genus of fruticose lichens belonging to the family Parmeliaceae. It is widely distributed in temperate regions worldwide. The medicinally used part is the thallus, which is the main vegetative body of the lichen. Energetics Usnea is considered cooling and drying…
Botanical Overview Isatis tinctoria and Isatis indigotica (Brassicaceae) are closely related species commonly known as Woad or Chinese woad. Traditionally, their roots (radix) and leaves (folia) are used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe and Asia, notably China, and has historical use as a source of blue dye and medicinal herb. Energetics These herbs…
Botanical Overview Andrographis paniculata, commonly known as King of Bitters or Kalmegh, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Acanthaceae family. Native to South and Southeast Asia, this plant’s leaves and whole plant are primarily used in traditional herbal medicine. Energetics The energetics of Andrographis paniculata are characterized as cooling and drying, with a notably…