Understanding Chuan Niuxi and Huai Niuxi: Promoting Blood Circulation and Regulating Menstruation
Understanding Chuan Niuxi and Huai Niuxi: Promoting Blood Circulation and Regulating Menstruation

Chuan Niu Xi and Huai Niu Xi both have the function of promoting blood circulation and regulating menstruation, and they are often used together in clinical practice, so they are called "Er Niu Xi"

March 4, 2024
Benefits and Identification of Chonglou: A Traditional Chinese Medicinal Herb
Benefits and Identification of Chonglou: A Traditional Chinese Medicinal Herb

Lilyturf, also known as Zao Xiu, is the dried rhizome of the lily family plant Huazhonglou or Qi Ye Yizhihua. It is harvested after the autumn season. After digging, the stems, leaves, and adventitiou

February 28, 2024
Distinguishing Similar Plant Species: A Comparative Study
Distinguishing Similar Plant Species: A Comparative Study

Rose and Rose The former has a round ball shape, pink or purple color, and elongated sepals. The latter has a slightly spherical shape, mostly purple color, and spherical sepals. North American

February 27, 2024
Distinguishing Genuine American Ginseng: Appearance, Texture, and Smell
Distinguishing Genuine American Ginseng: Appearance, Texture, and Smell

  American ginseng, also known as Panax quinquefolius, is native to the United States. It is also produced in countries such as Canada. Currently, domestically cultivated American ginseng is also

February 27, 2024
Comparing Turmeric, Curcuma, and Zedoary: Promoting Blood Circulation and Regulating Qi
Comparing Turmeric, Curcuma, and Zedoary: Promoting Blood Circulation and Regulating Qi

Turmeric, Curcuma, and Zedoary are three herbs that all have the ability to promote blood circulation and regulate qi. They are commonly used together in clinical practice, but they do have some sligh

February 22, 2024
The Healing Power of Shenjiang: Nourishing Kidneys, Strengthening Bones, and Promoting Wound Healing
The Healing Power of Shenjiang: Nourishing Kidneys, Strengthening Bones, and Promoting Wound Healing

Shenjiang, also known as Gusuibu, Monkey Ginger, or Maojiang, is the rhizome of the plant family Osmundaceae, such as Osmunda japonica. It is warm in nature and bitter in taste, and enters the liver a

February 14, 2024
Comparing Traditional Chinese Medicines: Effects and Usage
Comparing Traditional Chinese Medicines: Effects and Usage

Wujia Pi and Xiangjia Pi Wujia Pi is warm in nature with a pungent and bitter taste. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, analgesic, and antipyretic effects. It is commonly used in the treatm

February 10, 2024
Distinguishing and Identifying Chrysanthemum Fruit and Water Chrysanthemum: A Guide for Consumers
Distinguishing and Identifying Chrysanthemum Fruit and Water Chrysanthemum: A Guide for Consumers

Chrysanthemum fruit, also known as Gardenia fruit, was first mentioned in the "Shennong Bencao Jing" and classified as a medium-grade herb. It is known for its effects of clearing heat, relieving rest

February 9, 2024
The Health Benefits of Shilianzi: Nature's Remedy for Various Ailments
The Health Benefits of Shilianzi: Nature's Remedy for Various Ailments

Shilianzi, also known as sweet shilian and shell lotus seeds, is the mature fruit of the water lily family plant, Nelumbo nucifera. It has a neutral nature and a slightly sweet and bitter taste. It en

February 7, 2024
Bitter Sophora Root: Identification and Adulterant Testing
Bitter Sophora Root: Identification and Adulterant Testing

Bitter Sophora Root, which is long cylindrical in shape, often branches at the lower part, measuring 10-30cm in length and 10-30cm in diameter. The surface is grayish-brown or yellowish-brown, with lo

January 31, 2024
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