Latin Name: Trichosanthes kirilowii
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Respiratory & Constipation
Clears heat and moistens dryness
Fruit or seed decoction; Powder
Avoid during pregnancy
Generally safe
Research Score: 70/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for phlegm-heat
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: 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: Elettaria cardamomum Origin: India Tradition: Ayurveda & TCM Best For: Digestion & Nausea Uses Transforms dampness and moves qi Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder; Cooking Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 74/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for digestive support
Overview Latin Name: Notopterygium incisum Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pain & Headaches Uses Releases exterior and relieves pain Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in yin or blood deficiency Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for pain relief
Overview Latin Name: Aconitum carmichaelii Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Severe Yang Deficiency Uses Rescues yang and warms kidney Preparation Methods Root decoction (must be prepared); Pills (processed) Warnings & Side Effects TOXIC if not properly processed; Professional guidance required Drug Interactions Can be fatal if misused Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Potent…
Overview Latin Name: Drynaria fortunei Origin: China & Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Bone Health & Back Pain Uses Heals bones and strengthens kidneys Preparation Methods Rhizome decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 76/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for bone healing