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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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  • Petasites hybridus

    Botanical Overview Petasites hybridus, commonly known as Butterbur or Bog rhubarb, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae native to Europe and Western Asia. The medicinal parts include the root, rhizome, and leaves, which have been traditionally employed in Western herbal medicine. Energetics Butterbur is considered cooling and moistening in energetic properties, with…

  • Mikania glomerata

    Botanical Overview Mikania glomerata is a climbing perennial vine belonging to the Asteraceae family, commonly known as Guaco or Climbing hempvine. It is native to South America, primarily Brazil and Paraguay. The leaves and stems are the primary parts used medicinally, especially for respiratory conditions. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moistening quality,…

  • Lagerstroemia speciosa

    Botanical Overview Lagerstroemia speciosa, commonly known as Banaba or Giant Crape-myrtle, is a tropical tree in the family Lythraceae native to Southeast Asia, India, and the Philippines. The primary medicinal part used is the leaf, which has garnered attention for its antidiabetic properties. Energetics The energetics of Banaba leaf are characterized as cooling and moistening…

  • Digitalis purpurea

    Botanical Overview Digitalis purpurea, commonly known as Foxglove or Purple foxglove, is a biennial or short-lived perennial plant from the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The medicinal parts chiefly used are the leaves and flowers which contain potent cardiac glycosides. Energetics The plant is considered cooling and drying…

  • Hyoscyamus niger

    Botanical Overview Hyoscyamus niger, commonly known as Black henbane or simply Henbane, belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The medicinally used parts include the leaf, seed, and root. Henbane has a long history of use in Western and Unani herbal traditions. Energetics This herb is considered…

  • Eclipta prostrata

    Botanical Overview Eclipta prostrata, commonly known as False Daisy or Bhringraj, belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a widely distributed herb found in Asia, Australia, and South America. The whole herb and leaves are primarily used medicinally. Energetics The plant is considered cooling and moistening with bitter, astringent, and sweet tastes. It has a…

  • Huperzia serrata

    Botanical Overview Huperzia serrata, commonly known as Chinese club moss or toadstool clubmoss, is a member of the Lycopodiaceae family. This plant is native to China and parts of Southeast Asia. The aerial parts and leaves of the plant are traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Energetics The energetics of Huperzia serrata are generally considered neutral…

  • Usnea barbata

    Botanical Overview Usnea barbata, commonly known as Old man’s beard or Beard lichen, belongs to the family Parmeliaceae. It is a fruticose lichen growing widely across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. The medicinally used part is the thallus, the main vegetative body of the lichen. Energetics Usnea barbata is traditionally considered cooling and…

  • Bryophyllum pinnatum

    Botanical Overview Bryophyllum pinnatum belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is commonly known as Air plant, Life plant, Cathedral bells, Miracle leaf, and Four o’clock plant. The medicinal parts used are primarily the leaves and the whole plant. This succulent species is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa and is widely naturalized in…

  • Erythroxylum coca

    Botanical Overview Erythroxylum coca is a perennial shrub of the family Erythroxylaceae, native to the Andean regions of South America. The primary part used medicinally is the leaf, commonly known as coca leaf. Traditional use involves chewing the dried leaves or preparing infusions. Common names include Coca and Coca leaf. Energetics The plant energetically is…