Gentian Root 龙胆草

Gentiana scabra

Gentian Root is classified as cold in nature and bitter in flavour, entering the Liver, Gallbladder meridians. In traditional practice it is described as a herb that clears liver and gallbladder heat, and it is most often considered when the presentation includes red eyes.

Reference articles

• Overview

  Gentian Root (龙胆草) — Complete Guide

• Benefits and Traditional Uses

  Gentian Root: Benefits and Traditional Uses

• Dosage and How to Prepare

  Gentian Root: Dosage and How to Prepare

• Safety, Cautions and Interactions

  Gentian Root: Safety, Cautions and Interactions

• How to Judge Quality

  Gentian Root: How to Judge Quality

• Storage and Shelf Life

  Gentian Root: Storage and Shelf Life

• What Modern Research Says

  Gentian Root: What Modern Research Says

• Classic Combinations

  Gentian Root: Classic Combinations

• Buying Guide

  Gentian Root: Buying Guide

• Common Questions

  Gentian Root — Frequently Asked Questions