Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) with 24 Treatment Principles

Comprehensive Guide to the Use of Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) with 24 Treatment Principles

TCM Case Studies / Medical Discussions / Reference Articles for Clinical TCM LearningIntroduction: Mr. Tao Yufeng has compiled 24 clinical treatment principles for Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) based on ancient texts, the experiences of historical physicians, and his own clinical insights, which are worth learning and collecting. 1 Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) promotes sweating and is more … Read more

Dan Shen – Understanding a Medicinal Herb Every Day

Dan Shen - Understanding a Medicinal Herb Every Day

Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), as an important member of traditional Chinese medicine, is renowned for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and resolve blood stasis, as well as cool the blood and reduce swelling. It is widely used for the regulation and health care of the cardiovascular system, particularly suitable for symptoms caused by Qi … Read more

Daily Herb: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Daily Herb: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

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

Pharmaceutical Science│ The Blood-Invigorating and Qi-Activating Properties of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Pharmaceutical Science│ The Blood-Invigorating and Qi-Activating Properties of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

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

The Efficacy and Usage of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

The Efficacy and Usage of Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is a commonly used herb for invigorating blood and dispelling stasis. It has a pungent and warm nature, entering the Liver meridian, and possesses the effects of invigorating blood circulation, promoting Qi flow, dispelling wind, and alleviating pain. Clinically, it is often used for conditions caused by blood stasis and Qi stagnation, … Read more

Chongzhou Local Medicinal Materials: A Focus on Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)

Chongzhou Local Medicinal Materials: A Focus on Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)

Chongzhou City is located in the western part of the Sichuan Basin, along the upper reaches of the Min River. Its unique natural conditions and long history of cultivation have nurtured various high-quality Chinese medicinal materials, among which Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong) is a representative local medicinal herb. Chongzhou Local Medicinal Material – Chuanxiong Chongzhou is … Read more

Understanding Chinese Herbal Medicine: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong)

Understanding Chinese Herbal Medicine: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong)

Scan the QR code above Follow us Chuanxiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb, first recorded in the Shennong Bencao Jing (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica). It is classified as a medium-grade herb and is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and dispel blood stasis. Many of you may be … Read more

Understanding Herbs: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Understanding Herbs: Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Click the top left corner to follow us Chuanxiong Plant Source It is the dried rhizome of the plant Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.) from the Umbelliferae family. Other names include Shan Ju Qiong, Xiong Bo, Xiang Guo, Hu Bo, Ma Xian Xiong Bo. Its effects include invigorating blood circulation and promoting Qi flow, dispelling wind … Read more

Understanding a Chinese Herbal Medicine Each Day

Understanding a Chinese Herbal Medicine Each Day

Traditional Chinese Medicine Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) Chuan Xiong, a traditional Chinese medicine, is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. from the Umbelliferae family. It has the effects of invigorating blood circulation, promoting qi flow, dispelling wind, and alleviating pain. It is mainly used for chest pain due to heart vessel obstruction, … Read more

Daily Herb: Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong)

Daily Herb: Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong)

Chuan Xiong 【Herb Name】 Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) 【Source】 “Shen Nong’s Herbal Classic” 【Alias】 Shan Ju Qiong, Xiong Yao, Xiang Guo, Hu Yao, Qiong Yao, Que Nao Qiong, Jing Qiong, Guan Qiong, Sheng Chuan Jun 【Source Material】 Dried rhizome of the plant Chuan Xiong from the Umbelliferae family. 【Prescription Name】 Chuan Xiong, Jiu Chuan Xiong … Read more