Root of Chinese Angelica — Classic Formulas
Dang Gui · Radix Angelicae Sinensis
Primary Actions
- Nourishes Blood
- Invigorates Blood and dispels stasis
- Regulates menstruation
- Alleviates pain
- Moistens intestines and unblocks bowels
Classic Formulas
- Si Wu Tang — foundational Blood-nourishing formula for Blood deficiency patterns
- Sheng Hua Tang — primary postpartum recovery formula for lochia retention and Blood stasis
- Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang — combines with Huang Qi in 1:5 ratio to tonify Qi and generate Blood
Classical Text References
- Classical literature refers to Dang Gui as 'female ginseng' for its supreme Blood-nourishing and menstrual-regulating properties