“Chuanxiong, the name of a traditional Chinese medicine. Other names: Shan Ju Qiong, Xiang Guo, Ma Xian, Ma Xian Xiong, Xi Xiong, Guan Xiong, Hu Xiong, Que Nao Xiong, Jing Xiong, Fu Xiong, Tai Xiong. It is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. from the Umbelliferae family. It has the effects of … Read more
Herb Name: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Alias: Chuanqiong Harvesting and Processing: The roots are harvested from late May to early June of the second year after planting. The roots are dug up, the soil is shaken off, and the stems and leaves are removed before being dried. Plains cultivators prefer to harvest 4-5 days after the … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is the dried rhizome of the plant from the Umbelliferae family. The best quality is characterized by large, plump roots, firm texture, yellowish-white cross-section, high oil content, and strong aroma. It is warm in nature, pungent in flavor, and enters the Liver (Gan), Gallbladder (Dan), and Pericardium (Xinbao) meridians. Chuanxiong has the … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is the dried rhizome of the plant in the Umbelliferae family. It is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that is pungent, warm, and aromatic. It has the ability to disperse and move, reaching the top of the head and descending to the blood sea, making it effective for promoting blood … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is the rhizome of the plant in the Apiaceae family, characterized by its warm nature and pungent taste, and it is associated with the Liver (Gan), Gallbladder (Dan), and Pericardium (Xinbao) meridians.Chuanxiong is known for its aromatic and dispersive properties, warming and unblocking the blood vessels. It can both invigorate blood and … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is the dried rhizome of the perennial herbaceous plant from the Umbelliferae family. It is harvested in summer, cleaned of soil, sun-dried, and then dried further, removing the fibrous roots. Properties: Pungent, Warm Functions: Invigorates blood circulation, promotes qi flow, dispels wind, and alleviates pain Indications: Blood stasis and qi stagnation pain … Read more
Chuanxiong (川芎), the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong, is primarily produced in Sichuan. It is harvested in summer when the nodes on the stem are prominently protruding and slightly purplish. After removing the soil, it is sun-dried and then dried in a kiln, followed by the removal of the fibrous roots. It is … Read more
Daily Herb: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Source: The dried rhizome of the plant Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.) from the Umbelliferae family. Properties: Pungent, warm. Enters the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pericardium meridians. Functions: Invigorates blood and promotes qi circulation, dispels wind and alleviates pain. Clinical Applications: Conditions of blood stasis and qi stagnation; headaches; rheumatic pain. Characteristics: … Read more
ChuanxiongChuān Xiōnɡ Alias Qiangxiong, Xiaoye Chuanxiong, Shanjuqiong, Xiangguo, Huyuan, Maxian Qiangxiong, Quenao Qiong, Jingxiong, Guanxiong, Fuxiong, Taixiong, Xixiong, Maxian Functions Invigorates blood circulation and promotes qi flow, dispels wind and alleviates pain. Used for irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain, stabbing pain in the chest and hypochondria, swelling and pain from falls, headaches, and rheumatic pain. … Read more
Click on 【Herb Query】, then click the upper right corner 【···】 Set asStar/Pin for easy access Chuanxiong （川芎） 【Medicinal Source】The rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong from the Umbelliferae family. 【Properties】Warm in nature, pungent in flavor. 【Meridians Entered】Liver meridian, Gallbladder meridian, Pericardium meridian. 【Functions】Invigorates blood circulation, promotes qi flow, dispels wind, and alleviates pain. Chuanxiong, … Read more