Herb of The Week

Yuan Zhi (遠志), also known as Polygala Root, is the root of Polygala tenuifolia and is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).


What It Is

  • Botanical source: Polygala tenuifolia

  • Chinese name: 遠志 (Yuan Zhi)

  • English name: Polygala Root

It is typically prepared by boiling the raw dried root.


Traditional Functions (TCM Perspective)

In TCM, Yuan Zhi is known to:

  • Calm the Spirit and benefit intelligence

  • Expel Phlegm and open the orifices

  • Promote communication between the Heart and Kidneys

  • Disperse abscesses and reduce swelling

Modern Research Highlights

Studies suggest it may have:

  • Produce memory-enhancing effects

  • Improve cognitive function

  • Display anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties

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