Bai Zhi - Angelica Root
TCM Materia Medica
Bai Zhi TCM Herb Classifications and Usages
The TCM herb "bai zhi" which in english is 
"angelica root", is categorized within the "herbs that release the exterior wind cold" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the lung and stomach channels and exhibits acrid and warm (wen) taste/temperature properties.
Dosages and preparations will vary according to each individual and the overall approach of a formula, but generally this herb has the following dosage and/or preparation guidelines:
- Dosage: 3-9g
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
- Expels wind-cold, dampness
- Opens nasal passages, sinus congestion (particularly with green discharge), alleviates pain (especially in the head region)
- Resolve wind-cold symptoms especially with headaches (yangming - ST), supraorbital pain, congestion
- Useful for swollen gums and toothache
Bai Zhi has some precautions to be considered (see our precautions list).
- Avoid in Yin/Blood deficiency
- Avoid in Heat in the Blood
Bai Zhi may potentially be used, in coordination with a well tailored formula (in most cases), to influence the following conditions: sinus infection
While it may not always be included depending on the manufacturer or herbalist making the formula, bai zhi is generally included in the following 13 formulas:
As noted above, bai zhi is within the herbs that release the exterior wind cold functional group. All the herbs in this category are listed below.
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