Latin Name: Paeonia suffruticosa
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Bleeding & Menstrual
Clears heat and cools blood
Root bark decoction; Powder
Avoid during pregnancy
Generally safe
Research Score: 72/100
Research Notes: Good evidence for blood cooling
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: 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: 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: 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: Isatis tinctoria Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Immune Support & Infections Uses Clears heat and treats infections Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe for short-term Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 74/100 Research Notes: Good antiviral properties
Overview Latin Name: Fossilized resin Origin: Baltic & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Urinary Uses Calms spirit and promotes urination Preparation Methods Powder (not decocted) Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe but expensive Drug Interactions Take as powder not cooked Research Research Score: 66/100 Research Notes: Moderate traditional use