Common Chinese Materia Medica: Volume 6

This sixth volume of the "Chinese Medicinal Plants" series describes 226 species of medicinal plants used in Chinese medicine, including their scientific names, medicinal names, morphologies, habitats, distributions, acquisition, and processing methods. It also provides information on their medicinal properties, therapeutic effects, usage, and dosage, with color pictures and pictures of part herbal medicines. The book series has 10 volumes in total, covering over 2000 kinds of Chinese medicines, and is targeted at readers of general interests and scientific researchers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 598 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This sixth volume, spanning a vast expanse of 226 species belonging to 32 families of medicinal plants, serves as a comprehensive guide to the world of Chinese medicine. Among these remarkable species, the most significant ones include Aquilaria sinensis and Daphne genkwa of the Thymelaeaceae family, Benincasa hispida, Siraitia grosvenorii, Trichosanthes kirilowii, and Trichosanthes rosthornii of the Cucurbitaceae family, Camellia sinensis of the Theaceae family, Cleistocalyx operculatus, Eugenia caryophyllata, and Rhodomyrtus tomentosa of the Myrtaceae family, Osbeckia chinensis of the Melastomataceae family, Quisqualis indica, and Terminalia chebula of the Combretaceae family, Hypericum japonicum of the Hypericaceae family, Microcos paniculata of the Tiliaceae family, Hibiscus mutabilis of the Malvaceae family, Croton crassifolius, C. lachnocarpus, C. tiglium, Euphorbia humifusa, E. lathyris, E. pekinensis, Phyllanthus emblica, and Sauropus spatulifolius of the Euphorbiaceae family.

Within each species, this comprehensive text delves into intricate details, encompassing the scientific names, medicinal names, morphologies, habitats, distributions, acquisition, and processing methods of these invaluable medicinal plants. It also provides a wealth of information on their medicinal properties, therapeutic effects, usage, and dosage, accompanied by unedited color pictures and photographs of part herbal medicines.

Spanning a total of 10 volumes, this book series stands as a testament to the vast array of Chinese medicines that are widely used in traditional medicine. These volumes not only offer insights into the efficacy functions and prescribed uses of these medicines but also delve into their biological characteristics in great detail, accompanied by clear and captivating photos of their natural habitats. Moreover, they provide valuable information on their growing environments, distribution areas, and other relevant details, making them an invaluable resource for both readers with a general interest and scientific researchers alike.

With its targeted audience of readers with a general interest and its high referential value for scientific researchers, this book series is a cornerstone in the realm of Chinese medicine. It serves as a valuable tool for those seeking to explore the world of traditional medicine and gain a deeper understanding of the healing powers of these medicinal plants.

Weight: 926g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811658945
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022