CODONOPSIS, Radix (Chinese: Dang Shen) 党参

Codonopsis, Radix (Chinese: Dang shen) is commonly used as a ginseng substitute. Research has shown it to be stimulating, inhibiting fatigue. It tonifies the Spleen, Stomach, and Lungs; strengthens and benefits the qi and the transforming powers of human life.

Size: 10 gm

Packets can be taken singly or combined with other herbs to make a formula. Use one packet to four cups water. Drink 1-3 cups per day. Please consult Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, 3rd Ed. (see link below) for more information on the uses of individual herbs. We have many other books that give recipes for formulas that you can make with the Sanjiu herbs