Cang Zhu - Atractylodis Rhyzome, 5ml

Cang Zhu oil has a fresh, sharp, earthy aroma that opens and clears the nasal passages, leaving a pungent, bittersweet taste in the mouth. It appears to enhance mental clarity and foster deep reflection. Atractilodis Lancea, the most fragrant variety, grows wild mainly in Hubei and Jiangsu provinces. The rhizome is harvested in spring or autumn and sun-dried. The interior of the rhizome, the part used medicinally, is reddish in color.

CO2 extracted Rhizoma Atractylodis
 "Red Essence" or "Black Essence"

The application of Cang Zhu essential oil, with its aromatic and drying properties, is beneficial whenever dampness accumulation causes dysfunction, illness, or pain. It is commonly used for digestive disturbances due to its affinity for the spleen and stomach.

Note: Middle and base

TCM Category: Aromatic herbs that transform Dampness

Channels Entered: TCM: Spleen, Stomach, Lung, Liver. As an essential oil, add Kidney.

Major chemical components: Sesquiterpinoids: atractylodin, atractylone [6], hinesol, eudesmol, atractylenolide, caryophyllene, elemene, selinene