| Endangered plants and its used part |
Traditional usages |
Substitute/Cultivation |
Remarks |
| American ginseng rhizome
Panax quinquefolium |
American ginseng is an adaptogen, a substance that strengthens the body when it has suffered prolonged stress. It is a good support for those recovering from illness or surgery. |
Can be cultivated domestically, and meet the demand. |
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| Ginseng rhizome
Panax ginseng |
A very powerful adaptogen, TCM uses it for resuscitation, and also as tonic to promote the production of fundamental substances of the body. |
Can be cultivated domestically, and meet the demand. |
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| Gastrodia tuber
Gastrodia elata |
This is a species of wild orchid. It relieves rheumatism, improves blood flow in the vessels and strengthens bones and tendons. |
Can be cultivated domestically, and meet the demand. |
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| Cistanche rhizome
Cistanche deserticola |
It enhances the overall functioning, replenishes essence and blood, and lubricates the intestines. |
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| Magnolia bark
Magnolia officinalis |
Commonly used for chest and abdominal distention, and intestinal symptoms. |
Can be cultivated domestically. |
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| Dendrobium stem
Dendrobium chrysanthum
Dendrobium candidum
Dendrobium nobile |
It nourishes the body and clears the heat. |
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| Eucommia bark
Eucommia ulmoides |
Used to nourish the body, strengthen the bones and muscles and prevent miscarriage. It is effective in treating hypertension and vascular diseases. |
Can be cultivated domestically, and meet the demand. |
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| Liquorice root
Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Glycyrrhiza inflate
Glycyrrhiza glabra |
Wild use in TCM, as buffer, antidote, and qi tonic. |
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