The Efficacy and Uses of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The Efficacy and Uses of Codonopsis (Dang Shen):   Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is the root of several plants in the Campanulaceae family, including common codonopsis, smooth-flowered codonopsis, Sichuan codonopsis, tubular-flowered codonopsis, globular-flowered codonopsis, and gray-haired codonopsis. Codonopsis has the effects of strengthening the spleen, nourishing the lungs, and benefiting qi and fluids. It is primarily used … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is a commonly used traditional tonic herb in China. Historically, the best quality Codonopsis was produced in the Shangdang region of Shanxi, known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. Modern research indicates that Codonopsis enhances immunity, dilates blood vessels, lowers blood … Read more

The Efficacy and Uses of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)

The Efficacy and Uses of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)

————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– The root of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb known for its nourishing properties. It is also a health food that can strengthen the spleen and stomach, enhancing overall vitality. Today, we will introduce the benefits and effects of Dang Shen root, as well as its side effects and contraindications. … Read more

Key Points for Growing Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Key Points for Growing Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The seed propagation of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) must use fresh seeds from the current year, as the germination rate of seeds from the previous year is extremely low. The pre-sowing seed treatment method is as follows: Remove impurities and empty seeds from the selected Dang Shen seeds; if irrigation is available, direct sowing can … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen): Daily Use for Qi and Blood Nourishment

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen): Daily Use for Qi and Blood Nourishment

【Codonopsis (Dang Shen)】 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that Codonopsis (Dang Shen) has a sweet flavor and a neutral nature. It has the effects of tonifying the middle and benefiting Qi, quenching thirst, strengthening the spleen and benefiting the lungs, nourishing blood, and generating fluids. It is used for conditions such as spleen and lung … Read more

Cultivation of Medicinal Plants: A Focus on Codonopsis

Cultivation of Medicinal Plants: A Focus on Codonopsis

Medicinal Plant Cultivation of Codonopsis Codonopsis (Scientific name: Codonopsis pilosula, Root of Pilose Asiabell, Pilose Asiabell Root, Moderate Asiabell Root, Szechwan Tangshen Root) is a herb listed in the Chinese Pharmacopoeia. The herb is derived from the dried roots of the Campanulaceae family plants such as Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis tangshen, or Codonopsis lanceolata. Codonopsis has … Read more

Codonopsis: A Comprehensive Overview

Codonopsis: A Comprehensive Overview

Codonopsis CODONOPSIS RADIX Source: The dried root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., or its varieties such as Codonopsis pilosula Nannf. var. modesta (Nannf.) L.T. Shen or Codonopsis tangshen Oliv. It is harvested in autumn, cleaned, and dried. Alias: Lu Dangshen, Shang Dangshen, Dongdang, Liao Dang, Zhong Lingcao. Functions and Indications: Strengthens the spleen … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Codonopsis (党参, Dǎngshēn) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. In ancient times, it was not distinguished from ginseng, with references suggesting that ginseng grows in the valleys of the Upper Party and Liaodong regions. Tao Hongjing stated: “The Upper Party is located in the southwest of Jizhou, and the current ones are long and … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Codonopsis, also known as Dang Shen (党参), Lu Dang Shen (潞党参), and Fang Dang Shen (防党参), is a commonly used Qi-tonifying herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It belongs to the Campanulaceae family and is a perennial herbaceous plant with milky sap. The stem base has multiple tuberous stem scars, and the root is often … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

The Efficacy and Functions of Codonopsis (Dang Shen)

Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., also known as Dang Shen (党参), Huang Shen (黄参), or Huang Dang (黄党), is the dried root of the plants belonging to the Campanulaceae family, including Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis tangshen, and Codonopsis javanica. It is neutral in nature and sweet in flavor. It thrives in cool and humid climates, predominantly growing … Read more