Introduction of Dang Gui: Dong Quai, Chinese Angelica Root

 ✵The article records the herb Chinese Angelica—its Pinyin name, English name, Latin name, properties and flavors, botanical source—Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels., and provides a detailed introduction to the botanical features, growth characteristics, and ecological environment of this plant species; the characteristics of the herb; its pharmacological actions, medicinal efficacy, and administration guidelines.

Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Chinese Angelica)

 Pinyin Name: Dāng Guī
 English Name: Chinese Angelica, Chinese Angelica Root, Dong Quai
 Latin Name: Radix Angelicae Sinensis
 Properties and Flavors: Warm in nature; pungent and sweet in taste

 Brief Introduction: Radix Angelicae Sinensis is the dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels. It is used (1) to nourish the blood for treating blood deficiency of the heart and liver; (2) to activate blood circulation and regulate menstruation for treating menstrual disorders; and (3) as an emollient and mild laxative for treating chronic constipation in the elderly and debilitated individuals. The herb is commonly known as Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Chinese Angelica Root, or Dāng Guī.

 Botanical Source: Classical herbal book define Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Chinese Angelica) as the dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels., a species of the genus Angelica L., family Apiaceae (Umbelliferae), order Apiales. This widely used species is described below:

Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 Administration of Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dāng Guī): 
 
 

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 Edited and last revised: January 5, 2023