Latin Name: Scrophularia ningpoensis
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Throat & Yin Deficiency
Nourishes yin and clears heat
Root decoction; Powder
Avoid with diarrhea or weak digestion
Generally safe
Research Score: 68/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for yin nourishment
Overview Latin Name: Albizia julibrissin Origin: China & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Mood & Sleep Uses Lifts mood and calms spirit Preparation Methods Flower tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for mood support
Overview Latin Name: Saposhnikovia divaricata Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Headaches & Pain Uses Releases exterior and expels wind Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for wind conditions
Overview Latin Name: Platycladus orientalis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Sleep & Constipation Uses Nourishes heart and moistens intestines Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for calming effects
Overview Latin Name: Houttuynia cordata Origin: China & Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Infections & Detox Uses Clears heat and detoxifies Preparation Methods Fresh or dried herb tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for infections
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
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