COMMON NAME: Angelica

LATIN NAME: Angelica Sinensis

CHINESE NAME: Dong Quai

PLANT FAMILY:Apiaceae

MEDICINAL USES:

• Strengthens immune system
• Strengthens kidney function
• Helps with blood circulation
• Relieves tension headaches
• Helps with painful menstrual cramps
• Helps to alleviate inflammation
• Helps with respiratory illnesses.
• Helps to increase formation of red blood cells.

PLANT PARTS USED:

Herbalists use the root of the Angelica plant.

ORIGINS:

Angelica Sinensis is native to central & southern China

PRECAUTIONS:

• Do not take Angelica Sinensis: if you have a bleeding disorder.
• Do not take if you are taking anti-coagulants
• Do not take if you are pregnant or nursing.

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