Rheum officinale is the name of traditional Chinese medicine. This product is the rhizome of Rheum palmatum, Rheum tanguticum or Rhubarb. From September to October, selecting the plants that have grown for more than 3 years, digging out the rhizome, cutting off the stem and root slice to dry. Rheum officinale’s main functions are: purging heat toxin, breaking accumulation stagnation and promoting blood stasis.
Rheum officinale can be used in the treatment of constipation caused by heat evil, and Rhubarb can also be used in the treatment of constipation caused by Yang deficiency
Chinese Name | 大黄 |
Pin Yin Name | Da Huang |
English Name | Rhubarb |
Latin Name | Radix et Rhizoma Rhei |
Botanical Name | Rheum officinale Baill. |
Other name | da huang, Chinese rhubarb, da huang herb, rheum officinale, rheum palmatum, Radix et Rhizoma Rhei |
Appearance | Yellowish-rown root |
Smell and Taste | Fragrant smell, bitter and light astringent taste |
Specification | Whole, slices, powder (We can also extract if you need) |
Part Used | Root |
Shelf life | 2 Years |
Storage | Store in cool and dry places, keep away from strong light |
Shipment | By Sea, Air, Express, Train |
1. Rhubarb eases symptoms related to severe constipation;
2. Rhubarb eases symptoms of jaundice and painful urination;
3. Rhubarb relieves menstrual pain or pain experienced after delivery by removing blood stasis;
4. Rhubarb eases inflammatory conditions such as external skin rashes, carbuncles, scalds or burns, sore throats or painful eyes.