Botanical Medicine

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Decks in this class (10)

Herbal Actions & Properties (TERMS)
Become familiar with the terminology used to describe the ways herbs affect the body and how we experience them. These are common terms herbalists use to describe the actions and properties of herbs.
39  cards
Name That Plant From Its Scientific Name
To correctly identify a plant by first seeing its scientific name for common medicinal and nutritional herbs.
170  cards
Name the Scientific Names of Common Herbs
To correctly identify the scientific name of common medicinal herbs.
170  cards
The Medicinal Actions of Herbs
To correctly identify the primary medicinal action(s) of common medicinal herbs.
6  cards
History, Philosophy, Theory of Herbal Medicine
Terminology from the American Botanical Council website. "Understanding terms or words commonly used in herbal literature provides a basic foundation for people new to herbs and reinforces the basics for those with some experience with herbal medicine. The following terminology categories offer a comprehensive understanding of herbal medicine’s role in healthcare."
15  cards
Which Family Do I Belong To?
Acai 1,
Goatshead 2,
Yerba santa 3
125  cards
Herbal Medicine Terms & Preparations
Acetract 1,
Carrier oil 2,
Tisane 3
43  cards
Botany (Plant Anatomy and Physiology)
Aetheroleum 1,
Pyroleum 2,
Radix 3
16  cards
Plant Identification by Sight
Media 1,
Media 2,
Media 3
228  cards
Herbs Used for Common Ailments
Burns skin irritations 1,
Menstrual cramps pms menopause 2,
Digestion 3
19  cards

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Botanical Medicine

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