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Crataegus laevigata

Botanical Overview Crataegus laevigata, commonly known as Midland hawthorn, Woodland hawthorn, or English hawthorn, belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The medicinally used parts of the plant include the leaf, flower, and berry (fruit). Energetics This herb is considered neutral in temperature and moisture. Its taste…
Stachys sylvatica

Botanical Overview Stachys sylvatica, commonly known as Hedge woundwort, Hedge nettle, or Wood betony, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northwest Africa, this perennial herb’s aerial parts are principally used in traditional herbal practice. Energetics It exhibits a neutral temperature with drying moisture qualities. Its taste profile is primarily bitter…
Aralia nudicaulis

Botanical Overview Aralia nudicaulis, commonly known as Wild sarsaparilla, False sarsaparilla, or Shootbeam, is a member of the Araliaceae family. The plant is native to North America, particularly Canada and the northeastern United States. The root and rhizome are the parts primarily used medicinally. Energetics This herb has a neutral temperature and moisture energetics, with…
Ligustrum lucidum

Botanical Overview Ligustrum lucidum, commonly known as Glossy privet or Nu zhen zi, belongs to the Oleaceae family. The medicinal part used is the fruit, traditionally used in East Asia, especially China. Energetics The fruit has a neutral temperature and moistening moisture quality, with bitter and sweet tastes. It is considered tonifying, particularly nourishing essence…
Akebia quinata

Botanical Overview Akebia quinata, commonly known as chocolate vine or five-leaf akebia, belongs to the family Lardizabalaceae. Native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea, it is valued in traditional herbal medicine. The primarily used parts include the stems, fruit, and leaves. Energetics Akebia quinata is considered to have a neutral temperature and moisture…
Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen)

Botanical Overview Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa (Semen) belongs to the family Rhamnaceae. The medicinally used part is the seed, commonly known as Suan Zao Ren, Sour Jujube Seed, or Spiny Jujube Seed. Native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea, this herb has been predominantly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Energetics The seed is considered…
Polyporus umbellatus

Botanical Overview Polyporus umbellatus is a medicinal fungus belonging to the Polyporaceae family. It is commonly known as Umbrella Polypore. The part used medicinally is primarily the sclerotium, a dense fungal mass. This species grows in temperate regions including East Asia, Europe, and North America. Energetics The energetics of Polyporus umbellatus are generally neutral in…
Kunzea ericoides

Botanical Overview Kunzea ericoides, commonly known as Kanuka, White Tea Tree, or White Kunzea, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and Australia. The plant parts used medicinally include the leaves and essential oils derived from them. Energetics Kunzea ericoides has a neutral temperature with drying moisture characteristics. Its taste profile…
Phormium tenax

Botanical Overview Phormium tenax, commonly known as New Zealand flax or flax lily, belongs to the family Asphodelaceae. This plant is native to New Zealand and Australia and is well-known for its long, fibrous leaves traditionally used for weaving. In herbal medicine, the leaves are the primary part used. Energetics Phormium tenax is considered to…
Leptospermum scoparium

Botanical Overview Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as Manuka or New Zealand tea tree, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and southeastern Australia. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves, flowers, and essential oil derived from these. Manuka is well known for its traditional use in wound healing and antimicrobial…

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