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  • Daucus carota

    Botanical Overview Daucus carota, commonly known as carrot seed, belongs to the Apiaceae family. The seed is the primary part used medicinally. Native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, it has a history of traditional use in herbal medicine. Energetics This herb is considered warming and drying with bitter, pungent, and sweet tastes. It…


  • Primula veris

    Botanical Overview Primula veris, commonly known as Cowslip or Primrose, belongs to the family Primulaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northern Africa. The medicinal parts used include the flowers, root, and leaves. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening in nature with bitter and sweet tastes. Directionally, it acts in a…


  • Petroselinum crispum (radix)

    Botanical Overview Petroselinum crispum (radix), commonly known as parsley root, Hamburg parsley, turnip-rooted parsley, or root parsley, belongs to the Apiaceae family. The primary part used medicinally is the root, which is native to the Mediterranean and widely cultivated across Europe. Energetics The root is generally considered warming and drying. It features bitter, pungent, and…


  • Citrus × aurantium (flos)

    Botanical Overview Citrus × aurantium (flos), commonly known as Bitter Orange Flower or Neroli, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The medicinal part used is the flower, valued for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. It is native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Western Asia regions. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and moistening, with bitter,…


  • Verbascum thapsus (flos olei)

    Botanical Overview Verbascum thapsus (flos olei) is commonly known as Common mullein or Great mullein and belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family. The flower and its extract, including the flower oil, are the parts used medicinally. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Energetics Verbascum thapsus is considered warming and moistening…


  • Origanum majorana

    Botanical Overview Origanum majorana, commonly known as Marjoram or Sweet marjoram, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Western Asia, and has been widely cultivated in Europe. The main parts used medicinally are the aerial parts including leaves and flowering tops. Marjoram is prized for its aromatic properties and…


  • Tilia cordata / Tilia platyphyllos

    Botanical Overview Latin name: Tilia cordata / Tilia platyphyllosFamily: MalvaceaeCommon names: Small-leaved lime, Large-leaved lime, Linden, Lime treeParts used: Flower, Leaf, Bark, Wood Energetics Temperature: coolingMoisture: moisteningTastes: sweet, slightly bitter, aromaticDirectionality: descending, centeredTonicity: relaxingQi/Blood/Fluid: qi Primary Actions Anxiolytic Antispasmodic Diaphoretic Mild sedative Anti-inflammatory Indications Western Anxiety Restlessness Cold symptoms Fever Cough Digestive discomfort Headache Syndromes…


  • Solidago virgaurea

    Botanical Overview Solidago virgaurea, commonly known as European goldenrod or woundwort, is a member of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, Northern Asia, and North America. The plant parts commonly used medicinally include the aerial parts, leaves, and flower heads. Energetics The energetics of Solidago virgaurea are considered neutral in temperature with a…


  • Chamerion angustifolium

    Botanical Overview Chamerion angustifolium, commonly known as Fireweed or Rosebay willowherb, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Onagraceae family. It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere including Europe, North America, and Asia. The aerial parts, especially the leaves, flowers, and young shoots, are used medicinally and sometimes as food. Energetics This…


  • Sambucus nigra (flos)

    Botanical Overview Sambucus nigra (flos), commonly known as Elderflower, Black Elderberry flower, or European Elderflower, belongs to the family Adoxaceae. The medicinal part used is primarily the flower. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Energetics The flowers have a cooling temperature and moistening moisture quality, with bitter and sweet tastes. Their…