Angelica Sinensis: A Comprehensive Overview

Angelica Sinensis: A Comprehensive Overview

Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Classic Health Preservation, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbs, Seeking Help for Illness Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. It was first recorded in the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica) and is classified as a medium-grade herb. Alias: Qin Gui, Xi … Read more

Encyclopedia of Chinese Herbs | Angelica Sinensis

Encyclopedia of Chinese Herbs | Angelica Sinensis

Angelica Sinensis (当归) is the root of the plant from the Apiaceae family. It is also known as Qin Gui (秦归), Yun Gui (云归), Xi Dang Gui (西当归), and Min Dang Gui (岷当归). It has the effects of nourishing blood, invigorating blood circulation, regulating menstruation, and alleviating pain. It is commonly used for conditions such … Read more

Understanding Chinese Medicine: Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai)

Understanding Chinese Medicine: Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai)

This product is the dried root of the plant Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels from the Apiaceae family. It is harvested in late autumn, with the fibrous roots and soil removed. After some moisture evaporates, it is bundled into small bunches and dried slowly over smoke. Chinese Herbal Pieces and Processing Products Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai) … Read more

Understanding Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

当归 (Dang Gui) Angelica Sinensis (当归), also known as Dong Quai, is the dried root of the plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. It is scientifically classified as Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels. This herb typically requires two years of growth before harvesting, which occurs in late autumn. After removing the fibrous roots and soil, the … Read more

Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui): A Comprehensive Overview

Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui): A Comprehensive Overview

Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) 【Herb Name】Angelica Sinensis【Pinyin Name】Dang Gui【Alias】Chinese Angelica, Dong Quai, Female Ginseng.【Family】This herb is the dried root of the plant Angelica Sinensis from the Apiaceae family.【Origin】Primarily produced in Gansu and Yunnan; also found in Sichuan, Shaanxi, Hubei, etc. Gansu’s Min County and Dangchang are known for high yield and quality. Distributed nationwide and … Read more