1. Aliases Dong Dang, Tai Dang, Lu Dang, Kou Dang. 2. Plant Morphology Codonopsis (Dang Shen) is a perennial herb of the Campanulaceae family. It can be used as a Chinese herbal medicine, with a sweet taste and neutral nature. The plant has milky sap, and the stem base has many tuberous scars. The roots … Read more
2 0 2 4 Plants also contain the spirit of heaven and earth Roots can give rise to vines, essence gives rise to spirit Wish you happiness and prosperity in the coming year. Dang Shen Codonopsis pilosula Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of the Chinese nation It is the key to unlocking the … Read more
In our excellent traditional culture, especially in health culture, the saying “food and medicine share the same source” is often mentioned. This means that many foods are also medicines, and there is no absolute boundary between them. Ancient physicians applied the theories of the “Four Natures” and “Five Flavors” of Chinese medicine to food, believing … Read more
When it comes to Dong Shen (Codonopsis pilosula), many are familiar with it. It is not only a frequently used tonic herb but also an essential dietary ingredient in the kitchen. Historically, Dong Shen was not mentioned in many classical texts such as the Shennong Bencao Jing, Xinxiu Bencao, and Zhenglei Bencao prior to the … Read more
Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is a well-known medicinal herb that is widely used in clinical practice, particularly for tonifying the spleen and stomach qi. It is also commonly used in daily dishes, not only for its rich nutritional value but also for its ability to nourish the body and prevent and treat diseases, making it … Read more
“Codonopsis, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Dang Shen. Other names include: Shangdang Ginseng, Fangfeng Dang Shen, Huang Shen, Fang Dang Shen, Shangdang Shen, Lion’s Head Ginseng, and Zhongling Grass. It is the root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., belonging to the Campanulaceae family, or the root of Codonopsis tangshen Oliv. It … Read more
CodonopsisDǎnɡ Shēn Alias Dong Dang, Tai Dang, Lu Dang, Kou Dang, Shang Dang Ren Shen, Huang Shen, Shi Tou Shen, Zhong Ling Cao, Fang Feng Dang Shen, Fang Dang Shen, Shang Dang Shen Effects Tonifies the Middle and Benefits Qi, strengthens the Spleen and benefits the Lungs. Used for Spleen and Lung deficiency, shortness of … Read more
Introduction to Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) and Its Benefits Over 5000 types of medicinal materials are introduced, sharing the efficacy and functions of one herb each day to help more people understand the knowledge of Chinese medicinal materials~~~ Spreading knowledge of Chinese medicine and promoting traditional Chinese culture! Chinese medicine features unique herbs, and do … Read more
This official WeChat account belongs to Luxi County Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital. If you have not followed us yet, please click the blue “Luxi TCM” above to follow. Astragalus (Huang Qi), sweet in flavor and slightly warm in nature, is classified as a tonic herb. It has been used medicinally for over 2000 years and … Read more
“Next spring, will the grass be green, will the Wang Sun return?” This line is from the poem “Farewell” by the Tang dynasty poet Wang Wei, where “Wang Sun” does not refer to a person, but is an ancient name for a traditional Chinese medicine—Huang Qi. In ancient times, Huang Qi was referred to as … Read more