Beware of Counterfeit Longan: How to Identify Genuine Fruit Dried
Beware of Counterfeit Longan: How to Identify Genuine Fruit Dried

Longan, also known as longan, round eye, Guiyuan, Yizhi, honey spleen, dried longan, etc., has the functions of nourishing the heart and spleen, nourishing blood, and calming the mind. The rarity of t

December 1, 2023
Exploring the Yin and Yang Nourishing Powers of Turtle Shell: Clinical Differences and Origins
Exploring the Yin and Yang Nourishing Powers of Turtle Shell: Clinical Differences and Origins

Turtle shell and turtle plastron both have the function of nourishing yin and subduing yang. They are often used together in clinical practice, so they are called "Er Jia" (two shells). However, due t

December 1, 2023
The Healing Powers of Fingered Citron: A Versatile Remedy in Chinese Medicine
The Healing Powers of Fingered Citron: A Versatile Remedy in Chinese Medicine

Chinese medicine's fingered citron, also known as Buddha's hand or Buddha's finger, is the fruit of the Rutaceae plant fingered citron. The fruit is split at the top like a fist or spread out like a

November 30, 2023
The Medicinal Marvel: Authentic Dandelion vs Counterfeit Chicory
The Medicinal Marvel: Authentic Dandelion vs Counterfeit Chicory

Dandelion, also known as dandelion grass, bedwetting grass, and milkweed, is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It has a cold nature and a slightly bitter taste. It enters the liver and stomac

November 30, 2023
Distinguishing Authentic Ume from Imitation Apricot: Medicinal Properties and Quality Assessment
Distinguishing Authentic Ume from Imitation Apricot: Medicinal Properties and Quality Assessment

Ume, also known as plum fruit or smoked plum, is the dried immature fruit of the plum plant, a member of the Rosaceae family. Ume has a warm nature and a sour taste. It enters the liver, spleen, lungs

November 30, 2023
Danggui and Duhuo: Unique Characteristics and Medicinal Uses
Danggui and Duhuo: Unique Characteristics and Medicinal Uses

Danggui has a warm nature, a sweet and spicy taste, and enters the heart, liver, and spleen meridians. It has the effects of nourishing blood and promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation a

November 29, 2023
Understanding the Distinction between Spring and Winter Sanqi Harvesting and Active Ingredients
Understanding the Distinction between Spring and Winter Sanqi Harvesting and Active Ingredients

Introduction to Spring and Winter SanqiSpring SanqiSpring Sanqi refers to the buds that are removed and harvested in July. They have good weight, color, and both high yield and quality.The height o

November 29, 2023
Sanqi: The Precious Hemostatic Herb with Counterfeit Challenges
Sanqi: The Precious Hemostatic Herb with Counterfeit Challenges

"Compendium of Materia Medica" records: "Ginseng is the number one qi tonic, and Sanqi is the number one blood tonic. They have the same taste and similar effects, so they are called the most precious

November 28, 2023
Distinguishing Between Zi Jin Pi and Zi Jing Pi: A Comparative Analysis of Two Medicinal Herbs
Distinguishing Between Zi Jin Pi and Zi Jing Pi: A Comparative Analysis of Two Medicinal Herbs

In the "Dictionary of Traditional Chinese Medicine", the plant named Zi Jin Pi refers to the root bark of the Magnolia officinalis, which belongs to the Magnoliaceae family. The plant named Zi Jing Pi

November 28, 2023
Identifying Adulterated Longan Meat: Appearance, Smell, Touch, and Taste
Identifying Adulterated Longan Meat: Appearance, Smell, Touch, and Taste

Longan meat, also known as dried longan, yizhi, or mipi, is the false seed coat of the longan plant, a member of the Sapindaceae family. It has a warm nature and a sweet taste, and enters the heart an

November 28, 2023
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