Herbal Information for Herb Cang Er Zi in Organic Cut Form
Common Name: Xanthium Fruit, Fructus Xanthii Sibirici, Common Cocklebur fruit
Botanical Name: Xanthium sibiricum fruit
Pin Yin Name: Cang Er Zi
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 1lb (One Pound)
Form: Organic Cut Form
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Should not be used long term.
Additional Information on Cang Er Zi
Cang Er Zi, also known as Xanthium sibiricum, is a traditional Chinese herb commonly used in Chinese medicine for its therapeutic properties.
This herb is derived from the seed pods of the Cang Er plant and has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments.
One of the primary benefits of Cang Er Zi is its ability to relieve nasal congestion and sinus-related symptoms.
It contains compounds that possess anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties, which can help to reduce inflammation
and irritation in the nasal passages and alleviate symptoms such as stuffiness, runny nose, and headaches.
In addition to its respiratory benefits, Cang Er Zi is also believed to have analgesic and antipyretic properties,
which make it useful for treating pain and fever. It is also used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema
and dermatitis, due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Cang Er Zi is also believed to have a tonifying effect on the liver and kidneys and is used in traditional Chinese medicine
to improve liver and kidney function. Additionally, it is thought to have a calming effect on the mind and may be used to treat anxiety and insomnia.
Overall, Cang Er Zi is a versatile herb with a wide range of therapeutic benefits. However, it is important to note that as
with all herbal remedies, it should be used under the guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
- Mature involucral fruit of annual herbaceous plant Xanthium sibiricum Patr. of family Compositae
- Benefits Nasal Passage
- Dispel Wind Dampness
- The Mature Fruit is Collected in the Fall
- Cang Er Zi should be Big and Full with a brownish yellow color.
Product Properties: Sweet, Slightly Bitter, Warm. Toxic
Channels: Lungs
Naturally Occurring Components: Xanthostrumarin, lecithin, palmitic acid, linoleic acid
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About Nuherbs Lab Tested Herb Quality.
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 chromatography, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.
In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Micro bacteria
- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen).
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
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 ( Teas ) emphasize harmony and balance.
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Reference
https://tcmwiki.com/wiki/cang-er-zi
https://asante-academy.com/encyclopedia/cang-er-zi-fructus-xanthii/
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/CangErZi.html
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20521353/
https://nuherbs.com/resources/spotlight-toxicity-and-cang-er-zi
