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Artemis Herbal Remedies Database

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  • Chrysanthemum morifolium

    Botanical Overview Chrysanthemum morifolium belongs to the Asteraceae family and is commonly known as Chrysanthemum, Florist’s chrysanthemum, Hardy garden mum, Chrysanthemum flower, or Ju Hua in Chinese medicine. The medicinal part used is predominantly the flower. Native to East Asia, it is widely cultivated and utilized in China, Japan, and Korea for its therapeutic properties.…

  • Euterpe oleracea

    Botanical Overview Euterpe oleracea, commonly known as açaí, açaí palm, or açaí berry, is a member of the Arecaceae family. It is native to the Amazon Basin and northern regions of South America, particularly Brazil’s Pará state. The medicinally used parts include the fruit, berry, and seed, which are popularly consumed as food and supplements.…

  • Catharanthus roseus

    Botanical Overview Catharanthus roseus, commonly known as Madagascar periwinkle or rosy periwinkle, belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Native to Madagascar, it is now cultivated widely in tropical regions including Asia and the Americas. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, stem, and whole plant. It is well known for its potent alkaloid content used in…

  • Verbena officinalis

    Botanical Overview Verbena officinalis, commonly known as Vervain, belongs to the Verbenaceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and has been naturalized in North America. The medicinal parts primarily used are the aerial parts, including leaves and flowers. Common names include Vervain, Common vervain, and Purple vervain. Energetics Verbena officinalis is…

  • Podophyllum peltatum

    Botanical Overview Podophyllum peltatum, commonly known as Mayapple, American mandrake, or Wild mandrake, belongs to the family Berberidaceae. It is native to Eastern North America. The primary parts used medicinally include the rhizome, root, and leaves. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature, with a bitter taste. Its energetic directionality is descending,…

  • Carapichea ipecacuanha

    Botanical Overview Carapichea ipecacuanha, belonging to the family Rubiaceae, is commonly known as Ipecac or Brazilian ipecac. It is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. The medicinally used part is the root, well recognized for its emetic properties. Energetics The root is considered cooling and moistening with a bitter and acrid taste.…

  • Piscidia piscipula

    Botanical Overview Piscidia piscipula, commonly known as Jamaica Dogwood, Piscidia, or Fish Poison Tree, is a member of the Fabaceae family native to the Caribbean, Central America, and the southern United States. The bark and root are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics This herb is considered cooling in temperature with a bitter taste and…

  • Combretum micranthum

    Botanical Overview Combretum micranthum is a shrub of the Combretaceae family native to West Africa, particularly common in the Sahel and Sudanian savanna regions. It is commonly known as Kinkeliba or Green Tea Bush. The leaf and stem are the primary parts used medicinally. Energetics Traditionally, combretum micranthum is considered cooling in temperature with neutral…

  • Coix lacryma-jobi

    Botanical Overview Coix lacryma-jobi, commonly known as Adlay or Job’s tears, is a plant in the Poaceae family. The seed (semen) is used medicinally across East and Southeast Asia and parts of India. It is also called Chinese pearl barley or Coix seed. Energetics This seed is traditionally considered cooling and moistening in nature. It…

  • Garcinia cambogia

    Botanical Overview Garcinia cambogia belongs to the family Clusiaceae and is commonly known as Malabar tamarind, Garcinia, Kudampuli, and Brindleberry. Native to Southeast Asia and India, the medicinal parts primarily used are the fruit rind or pericarp. It is traditionally valued for its sour and acidic taste and is often employed to aid digestion and…