Chinese Bulk Herbs – Gentian Root (Long Dan Cao)

Gentian Root or Long Dan Cao is used to increase the appetite and treatment for stomach and liver problems. Test done in the 1950 showed Gentian represses the appetite to improve weight gain. More recent studies confirm these findings as well as finding on using Long Dan Cao for hiccups caused by drinking alcohol.

Gentian can be added to elder flower, verbena, cowslip flower, and sorrel for the treatment of sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses). It also used in other healing herbs for malaria, diarrhea, gastritis, heartburn, and vomiting.

Clinical Use (Chinese):
Clears ascending liver fire, headache, red eyes, fever, spasm, and convulsions.

Latin Name:
Gentiana triflora

Chinese Name:
Long Dan Cao

Common Names:
Gentian, Gentiana Root, clustered gentian

Parts Used:
Root

Properties:
Bitter in flavor, cold in nature, it acts on the liver, gallbladder and bladder channels.

Cautions:
None at this time.

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**This information is provided to assist trained practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine with selection of products. If you are not familiar with these formulas or concepts please consult an acupuncturist or herbal practitioner trained in the use of Chinese herbs or refer to more in-depth reference materials. Chinese herbal remedies are meant to improve health and function, not act as a substitute for medical care.