TCM Herb Reference

Traditional Chinese Medicine Herb Reference

This reference catalogs over 160 individual herbs used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with clinical data on each herb's TCM actions, pharmacological research, common indications, and the formulas in which it appears. Whether you're a practitioner, student, or informed patient, this index supports a deeper understanding of the botanical building blocks behind our herbal formulas — from well-known herbs like Astragalus (Huang Qi) and Ginger (Gan Jiang) to lesser-known but clinically significant herbs like Corydalis (Yan Hu Suo) and Salvia (Dan Shen).

Search by common name, Pinyin name, Latin name, or clinical use. Each herb entry links to the formulas that contain it. To find formulas by symptom or condition, visit the Symptom & Formula Finder. To explore pharmaceutical drug alternatives, see the Drug to Herb Alternative Reference. For lab-result-based formula guidance, see the Lab Test Formula Finder.

This tool is for educational purposes only. Always consult a qualified TCM practitioner or licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen.