Aconite (Fu Zi, 附子) is a processed product derived from the lateral roots of the tuberous root of the Aconitum plant, which belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The main root (mother root) is called Chuan Wu (川乌), and both Chuan Wu and Aconite come from the same plant. Ancient scholars were already aware of the … Read more
Aconite (Fu Zi) is a processed product derived from the lateral roots of the tuberous root of the Aconitum plant, which belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The main root (mother root) is called Chuan Wu (Chuan Aconite), and both Chuan Wu and Fu Zi originate from the same plant. Ancient scholars were already aware of … Read more
Introduction to the Species This species is a plant of the Ranunculaceae family, known as Huang Lian Coptis chinensis Franch. 1 Morphological Characteristics Perennial herb. The rhizome is yellow, often branched, densely covered with numerous fibrous roots. The leaves are all basal; petiole length is 5–12 (up to 16) cm; leaf blade is thick and … Read more
(I) Plant Characteristics and Variety Introduction 1. Plant Characteristics: The vine can grow up to 9 meters long, with hollow stems and multiple branches. The leaves are opposite, oval or elongated oval, measuring 3-8 cm in length and 1-3 cm in width, with young leaves having short soft hairs and a gray-green underside. Flowers grow … Read more
(I) Plant Characteristics and Variety Introduction 1. Plant Characteristics: The vine can grow up to 9 meters long, with hollow stems and multiple branches. The leaves are opposite, oval or elongated oval, measuring 3-8 cm in length and 1-3 cm in width, with young leaves having short soft hairs and a gray-green underside. Flowers grow … Read more
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01Medicinal Parts The fresh tubers of Rehmannia glutinosa (Sheng Di Huang) from the family Scrophulariaceae, processed by steaming and drying. 02Alias Shu Di (熟地). 03Plant Morphology Perennial herb, 10-70 cm tall. The whole plant is covered with grayish-white long soft hairs and glandular hairs. The roots are thick, fleshy, tuberous, cylindrical or spindle-shaped. The stem … Read more
Rehmannia glutinosa, known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as 熟地黄 (Shú Dì Huáng), is the tuber of the plant belonging to the family Scrophulariaceae. It is processed through steaming and drying. This herb is known for its ability to nourish blood, enrich yin, and replenish essence. It is primarily used to treat conditions such as … Read more
This product is the dried root of the plant Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels from the Apiaceae family. It is harvested in late autumn, with the fibrous roots and soil removed. After some moisture evaporates, it is bundled into small bunches and dried slowly over smoke. Chinese Herbal Pieces and Processing Products Angelica Sinensis (Dong Quai) … Read more
Follow Us 01 Effects Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. 02 Indications It is used for conditions such as spleen and lung qi deficiency, poor appetite, fatigue, cough with shortness of breath, insufficient qi and blood, pale complexion, … Read more