The original plant of Cang Zhu is the Asteraceae family, specifically Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. or Atractylodes chinensis (DC.) Koidz., which is used medicinally for its dried rhizome. It has the effects of drying dampness, strengthening the spleen, dispelling wind, and relieving cold, as well as improving vision. In our province, Atractylodes chinensis should be … Read more
CangzhuAtractylodesATRACTYLODIS RHIZOMA1. 2020 Edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia This product is the dried rhizome of the Asteraceae plant, Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. or Atractylodes chinensis (DC.) Koidz. Harvested in spring and autumn, cleaned of soil, dried, and the fibrous roots removed. 【Properties】Cangzhu appears irregularly bead-like or nodule-shaped, slightly curved, occasionally branched, 3-10 cm long, and … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a unique health resource in our country, a potentially vast economic resource, a technology resource with original advantages, an excellent cultural resource, and an important ecological resource. Since the time of Shennong tasting hundreds of herbs, a wealth of clinical experience has been accumulated over thousands of years, making a … Read more
Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala). or Bei Zhu (Atractylodes lancea). is the dried rhizome of the plant. It is harvested in spring and autumn, cleaned of soil, dried, and the fibrous roots are removed. Bai Zhu typically grows in drier areas on hillsides and is distributed in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, Hubei, Hebei, and Shandong provinces. … Read more
Baicao Traditional Chinese Medicine Learn a little every day for better health every day Introduction, Efficacy, and Dosage of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) Traditional Chinese Medicine is a treasure of the Chinese nation Over 5000 types of medicinal materials are introduced, sharing the efficacy and functions of one herb daily to help more people understand the … Read more
Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) is derived from the dried rhizome of the plant, primarily consumed as a decoction. It serves to invigorate the spleen and stomach, dry dampness, and eliminate turbid phlegm. It can be effective for symptoms caused by spleen deficiency and damp obstruction in the middle jiao, such as abdominal distension, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, … Read more
The Efficacy, Functions, and Contraindications of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) and Its Consumption Methods Cang Zhu, also known as Mao Zhu, Mao Cang Zhu, Jin Cang Zhu, Han Cang Zhu, Chi Zhu, Jing Mao Zhu, Jing Cang Zhu, Tian Jing, Xian Jiang, Da Cang Zhu, can dry dampness, strengthen the spleen, dispel wind, and scatter cold, … Read more
Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Classic Health Preservation, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbs, No Need to Seek Help When Sick This product is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. It is classified as a superior herb in the “Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic”. Originally named “Zhu”, it was mentioned in Liang’s Tao Hongjing’s “Record of Famous Physicians” … Read more
Cang Zhu Family: Compositaeceae Scientific Name:Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. Common Names:Mao Cang Zhu, Bei Cang Zhu, Ming Ye Cai Morphological Characteristics:Perennial herb. The rhizome is thick and long or often nodular, producing many roots of similar thickness and length. The stem is erect, solitary or clustered. The leaves are thick and leathery; the basal leaves … Read more
Aromatic Chinese Medicinal Herbs Cang Zhu (Atractylodes Rhizome) 1 Introduction Cang Zhu (English name: RHIZOMA ATRACTYLODIS), also known as Chi Zhu and Qiang Tou Cai, is the dried rhizome of the Atractylodes plant from the Asteraceae family. It is harvested in spring and autumn, cleaned of soil, dried, and the fibrous roots are removed. The … Read more