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
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
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
The medicinal herb Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) refers to the dried rhizome of the plants Atractylodes lancea or Atractylodes macrocephala, both belonging to the Asteraceae family. Atractylodes macrocephala, also known as Qiang Tou Cai or Hua Cang Zhu, contains volatile oils, with the main active components being Cang Zhu Su (Atractylon), Mao Zhu Chun (Atractylodes alcohol), … Read more
Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) When it comes to Cang Zhu, many may find it unfamiliar, but Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes) is well-known! In ancient times, the foundational text of Chinese herbal medicine, the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing, did not differentiate between Bai Zhu and Cang Zhu, referring to “Zhu” as a superior medicine. It was … Read more
Cang Zhu Cānɡ Zhù Alias Chi Zhu, Qiang Tou Cai, Ma Ji, Qing Zhu, Xian Zhu, Shan Jing Functions Dries dampness and strengthens the spleen, dispels wind and scatters cold, brightens the eyes. Used for abdominal distension, diarrhea, edema, beriberi, rheumatic pain, wind-cold common cold, and night blindness. First Recorded In Shen Nong Ben Cao … Read more
Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) Source This product is the dried rhizome of the Asteraceae plant, Cang Zhu (Atractylodes lancea) or Bei Cang Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala). It is harvested in spring and autumn, cleaned of soil, dried, and the fibrous roots are removed. Related Names Cang Zhu, Xian Zhu, Mao Zhu, Chi Zhu, Mao Cang Zhu, Guan … Read more
Introduction to Cang Zhu (Atractylodes)01 Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) refers to the dried rhizome of the perennial herbaceous plants, Atractylodes macrocephala or Atractylodes lancea. Atractylodes macrocephala is irregularly bead-shaped or nodule-shaped, slightly curved, occasionally branched, measuring 3-10 cm in length and 1-2 cm in diameter. The surface is gray-brown, with wrinkles, transverse grooves, and residual fibrous … Read more
1. Aliases Shan Jing, Chi Zhu, Ma Ji, Qing Zhu, Xian Zhu. 2. Plant Morphology The rhizome is horizontal or obliquely ascending, with adventitious roots. The stem is erect, reaching up to 100 cm, solitary or clustered in small numbers, with the basal leaves falling during flowering; the middle and lower stem leaves are nearly … Read more
Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) Alias: Chi Zhu, Qiang Tou Cai, Ma Ji, Qing Zhu, Xian Zhu. Source: The rhizome of the Asteraceae plant, either Nan Cang Zhu or Bei Cang Zhu. It can be harvested in spring or autumn, with autumn being preferable. After harvesting the rhizome, remove the residual stems, fibrous roots, and soil, then … Read more