Quick Facts
| Latin Name | Angelicae Sinensis Radix (carbonized) |
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| Chinese Name & Pinyin | 當歸炭 · Dang Gui Tan |
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| Medicinal Part | Roots and rhizomes |
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| Efficacy Category | Hemostatic |
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| Botanical Origin | The dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Apiaceae). |
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| Nature & Flavour | Sweet, Acrid; Warm |
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| Channels Entered | Liver, Heart, Spleen |
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What Is Dang Gui Tan?
Dang Gui Tan (Carbonized Chinese Angelica Root) is a medicinal herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Primarily produced in Gansu (Minxian area), and also in Yunnan, Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi.
Nature & Flavour: Sweet, Acrid; Warm
Channels Entered: Liver, Heart, Spleen
Dang Gui Tan: Materia Medica Profile
Identification & Quality Standard
Angelicae Sinensis Radix (carbonized)
Botanical Origin
The dried root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Apiaceae).
Production Regions
Primarily produced in Gansu (Minxian area), and also in Yunnan, Sichuan, Hubei, Shaanxi.
Quality Requirements
Superior medicinal material is charred black externally, brown internally, with retained character.
Macroscopic Features
Round or irregular thin slices; surface is charred black, cut surface is brownish, with charred aroma. Easily broken, loose texture.
Traditional TCM Properties
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Traditional Functions
Astringes and stops bleeding, harmonizes blood; carbonized form is used for metrorrhagia and bleeding.
How Dang Gui Tan Is Used in TCM
In the Chinese materia medica, Dang Gui Tan is classified among the Hemostatic herbs.
Medical Disclaimer — This article is provided for educational purposes only and describes traditional Chinese medicine concepts. It is not medical advice, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified practitioner before using any herb, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a diagnosed condition.
