Latin Name: Polygala tenuifolia
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Memory & Anxiety
Calms spirit and improves cognition
Root decoction; Pills; Powder
May cause nausea in large doses
Generally safe
Research Score: 75/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for cognitive support
Overview Latin Name: Trichosanthes kirilowii Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Constipation Uses Clears heat and moistens dryness Preparation Methods Fruit or seed decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid during pregnancy Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for phlegm-heat
Overview Latin Name: Artemisia annua Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Fever & Infections Uses Clears heat and treats malaria Preparation Methods Herb tea; Capsules; Extract Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions May interact with certain medications Research Research Score: 85/100 Research Notes: Strong evidence for antimalarial effects
Overview Latin Name: Perilla frutescens Origin: East Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Digestion & Colds Uses Releases exterior and warms middle Preparation Methods Fresh or dried leaf tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 68/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for digestive upset
Overview Latin Name: Nelumbo nucifera Origin: China & India Tradition: TCM Best For: Weight Loss & Heat Uses Clears summer heat and promotes weight loss Preparation Methods Leaf tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for weight management
Overview Latin Name: Fritillaria cirrhosa Origin: China & Tibet Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Cough Uses Clears heat and transforms phlegm Preparation Methods Bulb powder; Decoction; Syrup Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 73/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for cough relief
Overview Latin Name: Pinellia ternata Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Nausea & Respiratory Uses Dries dampness and stops nausea Preparation Methods Tuber decoction; Pills; Powder (processed) Warnings & Side Effects Must be processed – toxic when raw Drug Interactions Avoid in pregnancy without professional guidance Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use…