Common Chinese Materia Medica

Discover the rich world of traditional medicine with Common Chinese Materia Medica by Huagu Ye. Published by Springer Verlag in 2022, this comprehensive guide spans 585 pages and delves into various species such as Rheum palmatum, Rheum officinale, and Rheum taguticum from the Polygonaceae family. This first edition serves as an essential resource for herbalists and enthusiasts alike.

Each entry provides in-depth information including scientific names, herbal medicine names, characteristics, habitats, and distributions. Additionally, it covers acquisition and processing methods, medicinal traits, tastes, functions, and recommended dosages. Whether you're a practitioner or simply curious about the medicinal properties of these plants, this book is a must-have for your collection.