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About our Chuan Xiong – 川芎
About
Chuan Xiong is the dried rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiong, known in English as Szechuan Lovage Rhizome. Sourced using DaoDi principles, this product is prepared from authentic regions of origin and is closely associated with the traditional Liver, Gallbladder, and Pericardium meridians.
The rhizome is knotted and heavy, and it carries one of the strongest aromas in the dispensary range, noticeable as soon as the pack is opened.
This 100g pack is the working size for practitioners who dispense Chuan Xiong occasionally or want to keep a smaller quantity fresh.
Traditional Classification
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbs are described by temperature, flavour and the meridians they are associated with rather than by any single active compound. Chuan Xiong is classified as follows:
- Nature: warm
- Flavour: acrid
- Meridians: liver, gallbladder and pericardium
- Category: herb that invigorates the blood
Chuan Xiong is almost never dispensed alone. It appears in several classical formulas, usually alongside the herbs listed below.
Storage
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Aromatic rhizomes lose their fragrance fastest when exposed to air, so replace the lid promptly after use.
Also Available in a Larger Size
If you dispense Chuan Xiong regularly, the same herb is stocked as whole dried rhizome in a dispensary pack:
Traditional Pairings
Chuan Xiong is one of the four herbs in Si Wu Tang, a classical four-herb formula. The other three are all stocked here in matching 100g packs:
Chuan Xiong is also traditionally paired with Bai Zhi – 白芷, another warm aromatic herb in the same range.
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Why Choose Vita?
Every herb we sell at Vita Herbal Nutrition is non-sulphur treated and chosen for use in the kitchen and in traditional preparation.
Our herbs are 100% free from sulphur treatment. Sulphur is widely used in the industry to improve appearance and extend shelf life, but it alters the natural composition of the herb and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. You can read more on our non-sulphur treated herbs page.
We follow the DaoDi principle of choosing each herb from the area traditionally associated with it, and we have worked with the same supply partners since 2010.
FAQ
What is Chuan Xiong?
Chuan Xiong is the dried rhizome of Ligusticum chuanxiong, known in English as Szechuan Lovage Rhizome. It is supplied for professional dispensary use.
What is the difference between this and the 500g pack?
The 500g is supplied as whole dried rhizome. Both come from the same source.
What is it traditionally combined with?
Most often with Dang Gui, Bai Shao and Shu Di Huang as part of Si Wu Tang, and with Bai Zhi in aromatic combinations. All are stocked here.
How much should I use?
Follow the amount specified by your qualified practitioner. Quantities vary depending on how the herb is being combined.
Important: For safety and best results, this product should only be used after consulting with your qualified practitioner.
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