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
(Follow the Materia Medica Study to learn about herbal knowledge)【Basic Introduction to Chuan Xiong】 Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is also known as Jing Xiong and Guan Xiong. It is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong, belonging to the Umbelliferae family. It is harvested 4-5 days after the Xiaoman solar term and completed by … 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 (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
Click the blue text above to follow us Chuanxiong (川芎) Scientific Name:Ligusticum chuanxiong hort, a cultivated plant primarily produced in Sichuan (Guangxian), and also found in Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi, growing in a mild climate. It is atraditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb commonly used foractivating blood circulation,promoting qi flow,dispelling wind, and relieving pain. Chuanxiong is … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is a traditional Chinese medicine that can dispel wind and dampness, invigorate blood circulation, stop bleeding, and treat headaches. Many people are confused about the specific efficacy and functions of Chuanxiong. This article discusses the nutritional value of Chuanxiong and its various effects. Nutritional Value of Chuanxiong Chuanxiong has a pungent taste … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuanxiong is the rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong, which is cultivated artificially. It is harvested in May, cleaned of soil, sun-dried, and then the fibrous roots are removed. It is used either sliced raw or stir-fried with wine. The texture is firm, with small yellow oil spots scattered throughout. It has … Read more
Herb Name: Chuanxiong (川芎) Alias: Xiongqiong (芎穷) Harvesting and Processing: Harvest the rhizome from late May to early June in the second year after planting. Shake off the soil, remove stems and leaves, and dry. For plain cultivators, harvesting 4-5 days after the “Xiaoman” (小满) solar term is optimal, while mountain cultivators often harvest in … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us chuanxiong Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuanxiong, also known as Shan Ju Qiong, thrives in a temperate climate with abundant rainfall and sufficient sunlight, and is primarily produced in Sichuan, with cultivation also found in Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi. Chuanxiong is a perennial herb, growing to a height of 40-60 … Read more
Source Verification Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong), as recorded in the “Shennong Bencao Jing”, is described as: “Taste: pungent, temperature: warm. It is used for cough, calming fright, dispelling evil, detoxifying, treating ghostly ailments, eliminating three worms, and prolonged use opens the spirit.” The “Mingyi Bielu” states: “Non-toxic. It is used to eliminate cold movement in … Read more