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Herb Name: Bai Shao (White Peony) Alias: Shao YaoHarvesting and Processing: Collected in summer and autumn, cleaned, removing the ends and fine roots, boiled in water to remove the outer skin or peeled before boiling, then dried in the sun.Medicinal Part: RootOrigin: ZhejiangFamily: RanunculaceaeOriginal Plant: Paeonia lactifloraPlant Characteristics: Perennial herb Height 50-80 cm. The root … Read more
Bai Shao (白芍) is a natural Chinese medicinal material, derived from the underground roots of the peony plant (Paeonia lactiflora) of the Ranunculaceae family. After removing the outer skin, the roots are sliced and dried to obtain the medicinal product. It is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation, reduce swelling and pain, and … Read more
Bai Shao (White Peony) is a common traditional Chinese herb, derived from the dried roots of the herbaceous plant Paeonia lactiflora, primarily produced in Hunan, Zhejiang, and Anhui provinces, growing in hilly areas or grasslands. According to legend, during the late Eastern Han dynasty, the renowned physician Hua Tuo established the first medicinal herb garden … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora) is a commonly used herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that invigorates blood circulation and eliminates pathogenic factors, greatly benefiting human health. However, many people do not have a comprehensive understanding of Bai Shao’s specific effects and medicinal value. Today, I will provide a detailed introduction to give everyone a … Read more
There is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): “Nourishing Qi is to nourish the Spleen and Lungs, while nourishing Blood is to nourish the Liver and Kidneys.” Although this statement is not entirely precise, it helps us understand the relationship between Qi, Blood, and the five organs. In spring, the focus of health preservation … Read more
Director Ning provides you with knowledge on health and wellnessClick below to follow for free↓↓↓ Bai Shao (白芍) is a natural medicinal herb, derived from the underground roots of the peony plant (Paeonia lactiflora), which are collected, peeled, sliced, and dried. It is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation, reduce swelling and pain, … Read more
Bai Shao (白芍, White Peony) is the root of the peony plant (Paeonia lactiflora) and hairy peony (Paeonia veitchii). It is a perennial herb that grows in the shade of forests on hillsides and is distributed in Northeast China, North China, Shaanxi, and Gansu. Many cities cultivate it, and hairy peony grows in mountainous shrub … Read more
Bai Shao (White Peony) and Its Clinical Applications 1. Introduction to Bai Shao Bai Shao (白芍), with a bitter and sour taste, is slightly cold in nature and belongs to the liver and spleen meridians. The “Ben Cao Bei Yao” states: “It nourishes blood, drains the liver, benefits the spleen, and treats abdominal pain due … Read more
Bai Shao (White Peony) is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb with a wide range of therapeutic effects, including nourishing blood, astringing yin, softening the liver, alleviating pain, and calming the liver while subduing yang. In clinical applications, it can be used for exterior symptoms such as colds and fevers, as well as for internal … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Bai Shao (白芍), also known as White Peony, is commonly referred to in TCM prescriptions as Bai Shao or Hang Shao, as it is primarily used in its raw form, hence the name Sheng Bai Shao (生白芍). What are the functions and effects of Sheng Bai Shao? The Efficacy and Functions of Sheng Bai … Read more