Nine-section anemone rhizome
Ingredient Profile
| Chinese Name | 九节菖蒲 |
|---|---|
| Pinyin | Jiu Jie Chang Pu |
| Latin Name | Anemoni Radix |
Modern Research Perspective
Experimental studies of Anemone-related constituents report anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and immune-modulating signals. Human evidence is largely limited to traditional combined preparations and small exploratory reports, with no consistent clinical dosing standard for this material alone. Species substitution, extraction differences, and incomplete toxicity data limit interpretation; irritation and allergy are possible.
Traditional Function
In traditional Chinese medicine, nine-section anemone rhizome is used to clear heat, reduce toxicity, and relieve inflammatory swelling or sore throat presentations. Traditional identification is important because related species may differ in chemistry and safety.