Chinese Herbs
A growing database of commonly used Chinese medicinal herbs.
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Zi Wan (紫菀): Aster Root in TCM — Kuan Dong Hua's Classic Partner for Cough
Learn about Zi Wan (Aster tataricus), one of the most important phlegm-resolving herbs in TCM. Paired with Kuan Dong Hua, it resolves stubborn phlegm, directs Qi downward, and stops chronic cough — a clinical staple for respiratory conditions.
Kuan Dong Hua (款冬花): Coltsfoot in TCM — The Cough-Relieving Flower
Learn about Kuan Dong Hua (Tussilago farfara / Coltsfoot flower), one of the most important herbs for stopping cough in TCM. Discover how it moistens the lungs, resolves phlegm, and calms wheezing — with centuries of clinical use.
Yi Mu Cao (益母草): Motherwort in TCM — The Women's Herb
Learn about Yi Mu Cao (Leonurus japonicus / Motherwort), the signature herb for women's health in TCM. Discover how it regulates menstruation, invigorates blood circulation, reduces edema, and its modern research on uterine health.
Tu Fu Ling (土茯苓): TCM Herb for Damp-Toxins, Skin Problems, and Joint Pain
Discover Tu Fu Ling (土茯苓, Smilacis Glabrae Rhizoma) — a TCM herb that resolves damp-toxins, treats skin conditions, eases joint pain, and supports kidney health. Learn its properties, uses, and modern research.
Wu Zhu Yu (吴茱萸): TCM Herb for Cold Pain, Headaches, and Vomiting
Learn about Wu Zhu Yu (吴茱萸, Evodia), a warming TCM herb that dispels cold, stops pain, treats cold-type headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea — with modern research and practical usage guidance.
Bai Jiang Cao (败酱草): TCM Herb for Heat Toxins and Abscesses
Learn about Bai Jiang Cao (败酱草, Patrinia), a powerful TCM herb that clears heat, resolves toxicity, and treats abscesses — especially appendicitis, intestinal abscesses, and inflammatory conditions.
Lu Gen (芦根): TCM's Cooling Herb for Fever, Cough, and Thirst
Discover Lu Gen (芦根, Reed Rhizome) — a gentle yet effective TCM herb that clears heat, generates fluids, and treats fever, dry cough, urinary difficulty, and heat-induced vomiting.
Hong Hua (红花): Safflower — TCM's Classic Blood-Invigorating Herb for Menstrual Pain, Chest Bi, and Bruise Recovery
Explore Hong Hua (红花), the safflower petal used in TCM for centuries to invigorate Blood, unblock meridians, and dissolve stasis. Learn its uses for menstrual pain, chest pain, bruise healing, and skin conditions.
Ji Xue Teng (鸡血藤): Chicken Blood Vine — TCM's Dual-Action Herb That Nourishes and Invigorates Blood
Discover Ji Xue Teng (鸡血藤), Spatholobus suberectus, the unique TCM herb that both nourishes Blood and invigorates Blood circulation. Learn its uses for menstrual disorders, joint pain, anemia, and numbness.
Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉): Cistanche — The 'Ginseng of the Desert' for Kidney Yang, Longevity, and Gentle Warmth
Explore Rou Cong Rong (肉苁蓉), the desert-grown Cistanche known as the 'Ginseng of the Desert.' Learn how this gentle Kidney Yang tonic nourishes essence, moistens the intestines, supports vitality, and promotes longevity in TCM.