Latin Name: Perilla frutescens
Origin: East Asia
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Digestion & Colds
Releases exterior and warms middle
Fresh or dried leaf tea; Decoction
Generally safe
Generally safe
Research Score: 68/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for digestive upset
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
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: 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: 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: 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: 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