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Chamaemelum nobile

Botanical Overview Chamaemelum nobile, commonly known as Roman chamomile or English chamomile, is a member of the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and the Mediterranean region, its flowering tops are primarily used for medicinal purposes. Energetics This herb is traditionally considered cooling and drying in nature with bitter and sweet tastes. It exhibits descending and…
Matricaria chamomilla

Botanical Overview Matricaria chamomilla, commonly known as Chamomile or German chamomile, belongs to the family Asteraceae. The primary part used medicinally is the dried flower. It is native to Europe and Western Asia but has become naturalized worldwide. Energetics This herb is considered cooling and drying in nature with bitter and sweet tastes. It has…
Mentha × piperita

Botanical Overview Mentha × piperita, commonly known as Peppermint or Mint, belongs to the family Lamiaceae. This hybrid species is native to Europe and Asia but widely cultivated in North America. The primary parts used medicinally are the leaves and aerial parts. Peppermint is famous for its aromatic essential oils, predominantly menthol and menthone. Energetics…
Viola odorata

Botanical Overview Viola odorata, commonly known as Sweet violet, English violet, or Common violet, belongs to the Violaceae family. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The primary parts used medicinally are the flower, leaf, and herb. Energetics This plant is traditionally considered cooling and moistening with bitter and sweet tastes. It…
Rumex acetosella

Botanical Overview Rumex acetosella, commonly known as Sheep’s sorrel, Red sorrel, Field sorrel, or Yellow sorrel, is a herbaceous plant of the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Europe but naturalized widely across North America, Asia, and Australia. The most commonly used parts are the leaves and roots. Energetics This plant is characterized by a…
Ruta graveolens

Botanical Overview Ruta graveolens, commonly known as Common rue, belongs to the Rutaceae family. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, Southern Europe, and parts of West Asia. The leaves, stems, and flowers of the plant are used medicinally. It has a long history of use in traditional Western herbalism and other systems for…
Trifolium pratense

Botanical Overview Trifolium pratense, commonly known as Red clover, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The flowers are the primary medicinal part used, harvested from this herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Energetics Red clover has a cooling temperature and moistening moisture characteristic with sweet and bitter tastes. It is generally relaxing in…
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…
Plantago ovata

Botanical Overview Plantago ovata, commonly known as Psyllium, Ispaghula, or Isabgol, belongs to the Plantaginaceae family. The primary parts used medicinally are the husks and seeds. Native to South and Western Asia, this plant is valued primarily for its high soluble fiber content and bulk-forming properties. Energetics Plantago ovata is considered neutral in temperature 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,…

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