Isatidis (Ban Lan Gen)

Chinese Bulk Herbs – Isatidis (Ban Lang Gen)

Isatidis, also known as Ban Lan Gen, helps air to circulate in the throat and pharynx. It also clears Heat, and can help to expel toxins.

This herb is crafted from the dried and sliced roots of the biennial isatidis plant, collected in Autumn.

Clinical Use (Chinese):
Cools Blood; Resolves exanthema; clears heat; removes toxicity; alleviates sore throat.

Latin Name:
Isatis tinctoria

Chinese Name:
Ban Lan Gen

Common Names:
Indigo, Asp of Jerusalem, woad, dyer’s woad, glastum

Parts Used:
Foliage

Properties:
Allows the air to circulate in the throat and pharynx; Clears Heat; Expels toxins; Cools Blood; Resolves exanthema.

Cautions:
None at this time.

*Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

**This information is provided to assist trained practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine with selection of products. If you are not familiar with these formulas or concepts please consult an acupuncturist or herbal practitioner trained in the use of Chinese herbs or refer to more in-depth reference materials. Chinese herbal remedies are meant to improve health and function, not act as a substitute for medical care.