Gentianae Scabrae Radix

JP Ryutan (竜胆)

CN lóng dǎn cǎo (龍膽草)

EN Chinese Gentian Root

Material Rhizome, Root

Nature Cool

Flavor Bitter

Meridians Gallbladder, Liver

Origin

Dried roots and rhizomes of Gentiana scabra, Gentiana manshurica, or Gentiana triflora (Gentianaceae).

Key Constituents

Secoiridoid glycosides (gentiopicroside, swertiamarin, trifloroside), xanthone derivatives (gentisin), saccharides.

Traditional Functions

Clears heat, drains damp-heat from the Liver and Gallbladder, clears Liver fire, benefits the eyes.

Traditional Uses

Red or irritated eyes associated with heat, bitter taste, poor appetite, indigestion, abdominal discomfort, and other symptoms associated with Liver or Gallbladder heat and damp-heat.

For educational purposes only.

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