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Hydnocarpus wightianus

Botanical Overview Hydnocarpus wightianus, commonly known as Chaulmoogra, belongs to the family Achariaceae. This medicinal plant is native to India and Southeast Asia. Primarily, the seeds, seed oil, and bark are used for their therapeutic properties. Energetics The plant exhibits a neutral temperature and drying moisture quality. It has bitter and pungent tastes and is…
Lycium barbarum (fructus)

Botanical Overview Lycium barbarum (fructus), commonly known as Goji berry or Wolfberry, is a member of the Solanaceae family. The medicinally used part is the dried fruit, renowned both in traditional Chinese medicine and increasingly in Western herbal practice. Native to China and East Asia, it has also been introduced and naturalized in parts of…
Medicago sativa

Botanical Overview Medicago sativa, commonly known as Alfalfa, is a perennial flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is widely cultivated worldwide for its nutritional and medicinal uses. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and seeds. Energetics Alfalfa is generally considered neutral in temperature with a moistening quality. Its tastes are primarily bitter…
Agaricus subrufescens

Botanical Overview Agaricus subrufescens, commonly known as Almond mushroom, Agaricus blazei, Himematsutake, or Royal sun agaricus, belongs to the family Agaricaceae. The medicinal part used is primarily the fruiting body of the mushroom. Native to Brazil and also found in East Asia, it is cultivated for its health-promoting properties. Energetics This mushroom is considered to…
Polypodium leucotomos

Botanical Overview Polypodium leucotomos is a fern species belonging to the family Polypodiaceae, native to Central and South America. Commonly known as Calaguala or Polypody fern, its leaves and rhizomes are used medicinally. It is primarily valued for its beneficial effects on the skin and immune system. Energetics The energetics of Polypodium leucotomos are generally…
Colchicum autumnale

Botanical Overview Colchicum autumnale, commonly known as Autumn crocus, Meadow saffron, or Naked lady, belongs to the family Colchicaceae. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. The primary medicinal part used is the corm. This plant is notably recognized for its potent alkaloids used mainly in Western herbal and medical traditions. Energetics…
Aspalathus linearis

Botanical Overview Aspalathus linearis is a member of the Fabaceae family native to the Western Cape of South Africa. Commonly known as Rooibos or Red bush tea, its leaves and twigs are harvested and used for medicinal and tea preparations. It is prized for its antioxidant properties and a naturally caffeine-free profile. Energetics Rooibos is…
Gastrodia elata

Botanical Overview Gastrodia elata is an orchid species from the Orchidaceae family, commonly known as Tian Ma or Gastrodia. The primary medicinal part used is the rhizome. Native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, this plant is highly regarded in traditional Chinese medicine. Energetics Temperature: Neutral Moisture: Moistening Tastes: Sweet, Bland Directionality: Descending…
Grifola frondosa

Botanical Overview Grifola frondosa, commonly known as Maitake, Hen of the Woods, or Sheep’s Head, is a medicinal mushroom belonging to the family Meripilaceae. It is native to regions of North America, Asia, and Europe. The therapeutically used part is the fruiting body. Energetics This mushroom presents a neutral temperature with moistening moisture quality. Its…
Polygonum multiflorum

Botanical Overview Polygonum multiflorum (family Polygonaceae) is a perennial twining vine native to East Asia, widely known by common names such as Chinese knotweed, Fo-ti, and He Shou Wu. The primarily used medicinal part is the root, traditionally employed in Chinese herbal medicine. Energetics Polygonum multiflorum is considered to have a neutral temperature and moistening…

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