Latin Name: Gardenia jasminoides
Origin: China & Japan
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Irritability & Inflammation
Clears heat and cools blood
Fruit decoction; Powder
Very cold; Avoid with weak digestion
Not for long-term use
Research Score: 72/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for heat-clearing
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…
Overview Latin Name: Taraxacum mongolicum Origin: China & Europe Tradition: TCM & European Best For: Liver & Detox Uses Clears heat and toxins; promotes urination Preparation Methods Whole plant tea; Fresh juice; Decoction; Salad Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions May interact with diuretics Research Research Score: 76/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for…
Overview Latin Name: Gentiana scabra Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Liver Health & Infections Uses Clears liver and gallbladder heat Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder; Tincture Warnings & Side Effects Very bitter and cold; May harm digestion Drug Interactions Short-term use only Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for liver heat
Overview Latin Name: Eclipta prostrata Origin: China & India Tradition: TCM & Ayurveda Best For: Hair & Vision Uses Nourishes liver and kidney yin; stops bleeding Preparation Methods Fresh juice; Decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for yin nourishment
Overview Latin Name: Asparagus cochinchinensis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Yin Deficiency Uses Nourishes kidney and lung yin Preparation Methods Root decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid with diarrhea or weak digestion Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for yin deficiency
Overview Latin Name: Polygala tenuifolia Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Memory & Anxiety Uses Calms spirit and improves cognition Preparation Methods Root decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects May cause nausea in large doses Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for cognitive support