Chinese Herbs
A growing database of commonly used Chinese medicinal herbs.
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Zhi Mu (知母): The Herb That Clears Heat and Nourishes Yin
Learn about Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena), a unique TCM herb that both clears heat and nourishes Yin. Discover its properties, clinical applications for dry cough and fever, and role in Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan.
Astragalus (黄芪): The Premier Qi Tonic in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Explore Astragalus (Huang Qi) — one of the most important Qi-tonifying herbs in TCM. Learn about its properties, clinical uses for immune support, and how it compares to Ginseng.
Cinnamon in TCM: Rou Gui and Gui Zhi — Warming Yang and Releasing the Exterior
Explore the two major forms of cinnamon used in TCM — Rou Gui (bark) for warming Kidney Yang and Gui Zhi (twig) for releasing exterior cold. Learn their distinct properties and clinical applications.
Fu Ling (茯苓): The Versatile Herb for Dampness, Spleen, and Calm
Explore Fu Ling (Poria), one of the most frequently used herbs in TCM. Learn how it drains dampness, strengthens the Spleen, and calms the Heart — appearing in more classic formulas than almost any other herb.
Ginseng (人参): The King of Herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Discover Ginseng (Ren Shen) — the most revered herb in TCM. Learn about its properties, clinical applications, different types, proper usage, and modern research on this ancient adaptogen.
Gou Qi Zi (枸杞子): Goji Berry — The Eyes and Longevity Herb
Discover Gou Qi Zi (Goji berry), one of the most popular TCM herbs worldwide. Learn about its properties as a Liver-Kidney Yin tonic, its benefits for vision and longevity, and modern research.
Licorice Root (甘草): The Harmonizer of Chinese Herbal Medicine
Discover Licorice Root (Gan Cao), the most frequently used herb in TCM formulas. Learn how it harmonizes, moderates toxicity, and why it appears in over half of all classical prescriptions.
Reishi Mushroom (Ling Zhi): The Mushroom of Immortality in TCM
Explore the legendary Reishi mushroom in Traditional Chinese Medicine — its calming properties, immune benefits, and why it's been called the mushroom of immortality for centuries.
Chen Pi (陈皮): Aged Tangerine Peel — The Transformative Herb for Digestion and Phlegm
Discover Chen Pi (aged tangerine peel), one of the most important Qi-regulating and dampness-transforming herbs in TCM. Learn why age matters, its digestive benefits, and its role in classic formulas.
Chai Hu (柴胡): The Essential Herb for Soothing Liver Qi
Explore Chai Hu (Bupleurum), the most important herb for harmonizing and soothing Liver Qi in TCM. Learn about its properties, role in Xiao Yao San, and applications for stress-related conditions.