Herbal Information for Blackberry Lily Rhizome in Cut Form
Common Name: Blackberry Lily Rhizome
Botanical Name: Belamcanda chinensis
Channels/Meridians: Lung
Other Names: Cun Gan, Wu Shan
Pin Yin name: She Gan
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Form: Cut, Lab-Tested
Package Size: One Pound (1 lb.)
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs
Cautions: Do not use if nursing or pregnant. This herb may cause diarrhea. Do not use in cases of infection or spleen deficiency.
Additional Information About She Gan
Benefits of Black Lily Rhizome
- Herbal throat support
- Supports a clear respiratory system
Product Properties: Cold, Bitter, Slightly Toxic
How to Use Blackberry Lily Rhizome (She Gan)
Blackberry lily rhizome has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine as a herbal throat support. She Gan is often used in herbal teas and is sometimes made into capsules.
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Quality of Lab-Tested Herbs
The best herbs are gathered from their indigenous regions to ensure that the proper climate, soil and water crucial to the content of active ingredients are present, as most herbs indigenous to one region cannot be properly grown in another. Our herbs are wild crafted or sourced from 52 GAP (Good Agricultural Practice) Farms when possible. The source of the herbs will be indicated on the COA (certificate of analysis). Testing each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by our in-house lab and independent third party lab. Our in-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc. In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Microbacteria
- Pesticides (over 200 pesticides tested for with the Uab 2000 screen)
- Heavy Metals (lead, mercury and arsenic)
About Traditional Chinese Herbs Traditional Chinese herbs encompasses the use of different parts of plants, such as the leaves, roots, stems, flowers, and seeds. These plant parts are often used as a tea, decoctions, extracts, made into capsules or even a footbath. These bulk herbs should be regarded as an added feature to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs (sometimes used as teas) emphasize harmony and balance. We encourage you to educate yourself on herbs and supplements by researching reputable sites and books. Have an open discussion with your physician on what will be most beneficial for your health issues. Discuss the possible interactions of herbs and pharmaceuticals with your pharmacist or physician.
