Cleavers
Cleavers (Gallium aparine)Family: RubiaceaeParts commonly used: Aerial.Properties/energetics: Diuretic, alterative, anti-inflammatory, tonic, astringent/Cold, dry; mildly bitter, sweet, salty.Systems...
View ArticleChaste Tree (Vitex)
CHASTE TREE (Vitex agnus-castus) Family: Verbenaceae Parts commonly used: Ripe berry. Properties/energetics: Tonic, emmenagogue, vulnerary/Warming, dry; bitter, spicy. Systems predominantly affected:...
View ArticleChaparral
Chaparral (Creosote Bush) (Larrea mexicana, a.k.a. L. tridentata) Family: Zygophyllaceae Parts commonly used: Leaf and stem. Properties/energetics: Alterative, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,...
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Chamomile
CHAMOMILE (Matricaria recutita, M. chamomilla, German chamomile) Family: Asteraceae Parts commonly used: Flower Properties/energetics: Antispasmodic, carminative, mild bitter, nervine,...
View ArticleCayenne
CAYENNE (Red Pepper) (Capsicum spp.) Family: Solanaceae Parts commonly used: Fruit Properties/energetics: Stimulant, carminative, tonic, astringent, rubifacient, antiseptic/Hot; spicy Systems...
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California Poppy
CALIFORNIA POPPY (Eschscholzia californica) Family: Papaveraceae Parts commonly used: Flower, leaves, root, and seed pods Properties/energetics: Sedative, hypnotic, antispasmodic, anodyne/Cool;...
View ArticleCacao (Chocolate)
Cacao (Chocolate) (Theobroma cacao)Family: SterculiaceaeParts commonly used: Bean-shaped seed.Properties/energetics: Stimulant and relaxant, euphoric/Bitter.Systems predominantly affected: Nervous...
View ArticleBurdock
Burdock (Arctium lappa)Family: AsteraceaeParts commonly used: Root and seed.Properties/energetics: Alterative, hepatic, diuretic, bitter, diaphoretic, aphrodisiac/Cool; bitter, slightly sweet.Systems...
View ArticleBlack Cohosh
Black Cohosh (Bugbane) (Actaea racemosa, a.k.a. Cimicifuga racemosa)Family: RanunculaceaeParts commonly used: (dried) Root and rhizome.Properties/energetics: Antispasmodic sedative, alterative and...
View ArticleBearberry (Uva Ursi)
Bearberry (Uva-ursi) (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)Family: EricaceaeParts commonly used: Leaf harvested in fall or summer.Properties/energetics: Diuretic, astringent, urinary antiseptic, demulcent, soothing...
View ArticleBayberry
BAYBERRY (Myrica cerifera) Family: Myricaceae Parts commonly used: Root bark, small rootlets. Properties/energetics: Astringent, diaphoretic, and stimulant/Warm; spicy, astringent. Systems...
View ArticleAstragalus
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)Family: FabaceaeParts commonly used: Root.Properties/energetics: Tonic, stimulant, diuretic/Warm; sweet.Systems predominantly affected: Digestive, immune,...
View ArticleAshwagandha
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Family: Solanaceae Parts commonly used: Root. Properties/energetics: Rejuvenative tonic, adaptogen, anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac, astringent, mild sedative/Warm;...
View ArticleArtichoke
Artichoke (Globe/Garden Artichoke) (Cynara scolymus) Family: Asteraceae Parts commonly used: Leaf (both new and old leaves). Properties/energetics: Bitter, digestive, liver protective and restorative,...
View ArticleAngelica
Angelica (Angelica archangelica)Family: ApiaceaParts commonly used: Root, leaf, and seed used medicinally; stalk used for confectionery.Properties/energetics: Carminative, stimulant, emmenagogue,...
View ArticleAlfalfa
Alfalfa (buffalo herb) (Medicago sativa) Family: Fabaceae Parts commonly used: Leaf, flower, seed and sprout. Properties/energetics: Nutritive tonic, astringent, diuretic, alterative/Neutral to cool;...
View Article4 - Valentine Cordial
Following, is a recipe for an exquisite cordial that promises to fulfill and enhance your expectations for a truly wonderful Valentine's Day celebration. Choose the finest ingredients that you will...
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3 - How To Make A Tea
How To Make A TeaChamomile – Matricaria recutitaA tea is an extract made with hot or cold water. We make a tea by putting the herbs into water and letting them steep or simmer. Leaves and...
View Article2 - Herbal Aphrodisiacs
Herbalists enjoy celebrating Valentine’s Day festivities throughout the year. That’s why we fervently honor the herbal aphrodisiacs. Following are discussions of some of our favorites: ASHWAGANDHA...
View Article2 - Constitutional Types
This article on constitutional types or body types is offered to help you comprehend the form and energy of the basic human components (herein referred to as Monarch, Warrior, and Seer) you used to...
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