Baicao Traditional Chinese Medicine Follow the Herbal Medicine Encyclopedia, learn about a new herb every day The Efficacy and Functions of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) [Chinese Herbal Name] Chuanxiong (川芎) [Alias] Shan Ju Qiong, Xiong Ruan, Xiang Guo, Hu Ruan, Ma Xian, Xi Xiong, Guan Xiong. [Source] The rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong from the … Read more
20 24 ╱ Click the blue text to follow us ╱ Authentic medicinal materials refer to high-quality and pure medicinal substances that have a long history, suitable production areas, excellent varieties, abundant yields, meticulous processing, outstanding efficacy, and regional characteristics. Many medicinal names on TCM prescriptions are marked with place names such as “Chuan” (Sichuan), … Read more
Introduction to Chuanxiong 【Common Name】Chuanxiong 【Other Names】 【Traditional Chinese Medicine Name】Chuanxiong (《汤液本草》) 【Pinyin】Chuanxiong 【English Name】RHIZOMA CHUANXIONG 【Synonyms】Shanjuqiong (《左传》), Xiongruan (《本经》), Xiangguo (《吴普本草》), Huliang (《别录》), Maxianxiongruan (Tao Hongjing), Quenaoxiong, Jingxiong (《本草图经》), Guanxiong (《珍珠囊》), Fuxiong (《丹溪心法》), Taixiong (《本草蒙筌》), Xixiong (《纲目》). 【Source】The rhizome of the plant Chuanxiong from the Umbelliferae family. 【Plant Morphology】Chuanxiong is a perennial herb. The … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) This product is the dried rhizome of the plant Chuan Xiong, belonging to the Umbelliferae family, primarily produced in Sichuan. It is harvested in summer when the nodes on the stem are prominently protruding and slightly purple. After removing the soil, it is … Read more
Chuanxiong (Xiong, Hu, Xiangguo, Shanjuqiong) Chuanxiong refers to the dried rhizome of the plant Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong), which is primarily cultivated in Sichuan Province, as well as in Guizhou, Yunnan, and Shaanxi. The original plant prefers a warm climate with abundant rainfall and sufficient sunlight, is somewhat drought-resistant, but is sensitive to shade and waterlogging. … Read more
Click the above to follow “Learn TCM“! Chuanxiong is a typical authentic medicinal material, primarily produced in Sichuan, using its rhizome. It is a plant of the Apiaceae family, and when young, it can be eaten as a vegetable; the young leaves are also called Miwu. In ancient times, Chuanxiong was known as Xiongwei, with … Read more
Alias: Fu Xiong, Tai Xiong, Xi Xiong, Ma Xian, Guan Xiong, Jing Xiong Overview: The Chinese medicinal herb Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is a blood-activating and stasis-resolving herb, derived from the dried rhizome of the Umbelliferae family plant. Main Functions: Promotes blood circulation, moves Qi, dispels wind, and alleviates pain. Typical Characteristics Chuan Xiong is … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuan Xiong, a traditional Chinese medicine, is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. from the Umbelliferae family. It has the effects of invigorating blood circulation, promoting qi flow, dispelling wind, and alleviating pain. It is mainly used for chest pain due to heart vessel obstruction, … Read more
Chuan Xiong 【Herb Name】 Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) 【Source】 “Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic” 【Alias】 Shan Ju Qiong, Xiong Yao, Xiang Guo, Hu Yao, Qiong Yao, Que Nao Qiong, Jing Qiong, Guan Qiong, Sheng Chuan Jun 【Source Material】 Dried rhizome of the plant Chuan Xiong from the Umbelliferae family. 【Prescription Name】 Chuan Xiong, Jiu Chuan Xiong … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Alias: Xiao Ye Chuanxiong (Small Leaf Chuanxiong). Source: This product is the rhizome of the Umbelliferae plant Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.), primarily produced in Sichuan, Guizhou, and Yunnan, with the best quality from Sichuan. It is cultivated artificially. Harvested in May, cleaned of soil, sun-dried, and then sliced after removing the fibrous … Read more