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Dong Quai

Dong Quai

Latin Name: Angelica sinensis
Description of Appearance: Dong Quai is a perennial plant with large, smooth, and hollow stems. It has umbrella-shaped clusters of white or pale green flowers.
Common Names:
  • Dong Quai
  • Angelica sinensis
  • female ginseng

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Blood-building and anemia support

Active Ingredients: Ferulic acid, coumarins
Part Of Plant Used: Root
Preperation Method: Decoction or tincture

Anti-inflammatory effects

Active Ingredients: Ligustilide, ferulic acid
Part Of Plant Used: Root
Preperation Method: Tincture or capsule form

General female reproductive health support

Active Ingredients: Phytoestrogens, ferulic acid
Part Of Plant Used: Root
Preperation Method: Various, including tea and capsules

Regulating menstrual cycle and alleviating menstrual cramps

Active Ingredients: Coumarins, ferulic acid, ligustilide
Part Of Plant Used: Root
Preperation Method: Often prepared as a tea or tincture

Relief from menopausal symptoms

Active Ingredients: Phytoestrogens, ferulic acid
Part Of Plant Used: Root
Preperation Method: Capsules, tea, or tincture

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Ferulic acid

Description Ferulic acid is a type of phytochemical that belongs to the phenolic acid group. It is found in various plant sources and is known for its antioxidant properties.

Ligustilide

Description Ligustilide is a bioactive compound found in certain plants, known for its potential health benefits.

Phytoestrogens

Description Phytoestrogens are plant compounds that can mimic the hormone estrogen in the body. They are considered to be beneficial for their potential to support hormone balance.

Coumarins

Description Coumarins are a type of phytochemical with a distinct sweet aroma. They are naturally occurring compounds found in a variety of plants.

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