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Botanical name: Fragaria × ananassa

Other name: earthberry, red berry

Wild strawberry leaves exhibit a small to medium size, presenting a flat and oblong shape with an average width of 4-5 centimeters. These dark green leaves feature a matte texture, silky hairs on the underside, and toothed or serrated edges. Arranged in groups of three on hairy stems that can reach a height of 10-15 centimeters, the leaves belong to a trailing plant that spreads low to the ground through horizontal runners, which transform into roots to establish new plants. Recognizable by their small white flowers and red fruits, wild strawberry leaves offer a mild, fruity flavor with fresh grassy and herbal notes, concluding with a gently astringent finish.

Medicinal Uses:

• Improving heart health
• Antioxidant and antimicrobial properties
• Boosting the immune system
• Reducing blood sugar levels

Botanical name: Hypericum perforatum

John’s Wort (SJW), scientifically identified as Hypericum perforatum, is a leafy herb with a sprawling growth pattern, thriving in open and disturbed areas across a significant portion of the world’s temperate regions. The utilization of this plant as an herbal remedy for a diverse range of internal and external ailments traces its roots back to the era of ancient Greece.

Medicinal Uses:

• Depression
• Menopausal symptoms
• Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-cancer effects

Botanical name: Scutellaria baicalensis

Other name: blue skullcap, mad dog skullcap and side-flowering skullcap

Chinese Skullcap Root is comprised of the dried roots of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi, a member of the Lamiaceae family. The collection process involves gathering the roots in spring or autumn, with careful removal of fibrous roots and rough skin.

Medicinal Uses:

• Protect against neurological disorders
• Such as Alzheimer’s disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• Anxiety
• Depression

Botanical name: Schisandra chinensis

Schisandra chinensis, commonly known as the five-flavor fruit, is a vine that bears fruit. Its purple-red berries are renowned for encompassing five distinct tastes: sweet, salty, bitter, pungent, and sour. Notably, the seeds of the Schisandra berry contain lignans, substances that may confer beneficial effects on health.

Medicinal Uses:

• To treat cough
• Liver conditions
• Stomach disorders
• Sweating
• As an adaptogen
• Improve vitality

Botanical name: Salvia officinalis

Other name: culinary sage, common garden sage, or garden sage.

Red sage root is characterized by a bitter flavor and a slightly cold nature. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is associated with the heart and liver meridians. Red sage root is known for promoting blood circulation, aiding in the regulation of menstruation, eliminating excess body heat, alleviating inflammation, and inducing a calming effect on the mind.

Medicinal Uses:

• High in Several Nutrients
• Loaded With Antioxidants
• May Support Oral Health
• May Ease Menopause Symptoms
• May Reduce Blood Sugar Levels

Botanical name: Rosemarinus officinalis

Other name: Compass Plant, Compass Weed, Encensier, Herbe Aux Couronnes, Old Man, Polar Plant, Romarin, Romarin Des Troubadours, Romero, Rose de Marie, Rose Des Marins, Rosée De Mer, Rosemarine, Rosmarinus officinalis, Rusmari, Rusmary.

Rosemary plants generally feature shallow root systems, reaching depths of approximately 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) in well-draining soil. With roots that spread widely, rosemary is ideally suited for container gardening or as a ground cover in garden landscapes.

Medicinal Uses:

• Antimicrobial
• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-oxidant
• Anti-apoptotic
• Anti-tumorigenic
• Antinociceptive
• Neuroprotective properties

Botanical name: Rhodiola rosea

Other name: arctic root or golden root

Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) is a perennial plant found in the US, Canada, Europe, and various parts of Asia. The root, known as golden root, is widely utilized in Asia and Europe to address issues related to fatigue and cognitive blunting.

Medicinal Uses:

• Reduces Stress
• May Fights Fatigue
• Boosts Brain Functions
• Fights Depression
• May Improve Exercise Performance

Botanical name: Rehmannia glutinosa

Other name: Chinese foxglove

Rehmannia Root, or Radix Rehmanniae, originates from the root of Rehmannia glutinosa and holds a significant position among the 50 essential herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Its roots in Chinese medical literature trace back to the Han Dynasty (200 BCE). Tradition dictates a meticulous preparation process involving ten rounds of steaming and nine cycles of sun-drying. Often, the root undergoes a steaming process with wine until it achieves a black and moist appearance.

Medicinal Uses:

• Allergies
• Anemia
• Cancer
• Constipation
• Diabetes
• Fever
• Eczema
• High blood pressure
• Bacterial and fungal infections
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Insomnia and pain relief

Botanical name: Trifolium pretense

Other name: Wild clover, cleaver grass, marl grass, cow grass, purple clover

Red clover, a short-lived perennial, typically allows for two or three harvests annually. It displays rapid growth during the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Vulnerable to crown- and root-rotting disease complexes, its lifespan is relatively brief. The growth habit varies, ranging from erect to prostrate. Each year, numerous stems adorned with large trifoliate leaves emerge from the crown region. With a robust taproot reaching twenty-four to thirty-six inches, the majority of lateral roots branch out within the upper five inches of the soil. Actively fixing nitrogen, small ovoid, pinkish nodules may be observed on the lateral roots when the plant is engaged in incorporating atmospheric nitrogen into protein nitrogen.

Medicinal Uses:

• Cancer
• Whooping cough
• Respiratory problems
• Skin inflammations
• Psoriasis
• Eczema

Botanical name: Rubus idaeus

Other name: Raspberry Leaf, Red Raspberry, European Red Raspberry

Red raspberry leaf, a component of the raspberry plant, has a historical association as a traditional remedy for pregnant and postpartum women. Despite centuries of cultivation for culinary and medicinal purposes, not all the traditional claims about red raspberry leaf tea have been conclusively validated by modern scientific research.

Medicinal Uses:

• Potent source of antioxidants and nutrients
• Induces labour in pregnant women organically
• Increases lactation in breastfeeding mothers
• Alleviates menstrual pain and cramps
• Relieves symptoms of menopause