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  • Banisteriopsis caapi

    Botanical Overview Banisteriopsis caapi, commonly known as Ayahuasca vine, Caapi, or Yagé, is a member of the Malpighiaceae family native to the Amazon Basin of South America. The stem or vine of this plant is traditionally used in preparing the psychoactive decoction known as ayahuasca. This plant is primarily associated with nervous system actions due…


  • Serenoa repens

    Botanical Overview Serenoa repens, commonly known as saw palmetto, is a member of the Arecaceae family. Native to the Southeastern United States, its medicinally used part is the ripe fruit. The unassuming berries have a longstanding traditional use focused primarily on male reproductive health. Common names: Saw palmetto Energetics Saw palmetto’s energetics are generally considered…


  • Urtica dioica (radix)

    Botanical Overview Urtica dioica (radix), commonly known as Stinging Nettle Root or Nettle Root, belongs to the family Urticaceae. The plant is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. The root is the primary part used medicinally, known for its various actions related to genitourinary and musculoskeletal systems. Energetics The root exhibits a cooling temperature…


  • 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…


  • Viscum album

    Botanical Overview Viscum album, commonly known as European mistletoe, is a hemiparasitic shrub in the family Santalaceae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The parts used medicinally include the leaf, stem, and berries. Energetics Viscum album is considered cooling and moistening in temperature and moisture qualities, with bitter and astringent tastes.…