Yuan Zhi

Radix Polygalae

Polygala Root

Calming / Shen

About this herb

A root traditionally used to settle the mind and support memory and clarity.

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PinyinYuan Zhi

Chinese远志

Latin (pharmaceutical)Radix Polygalae

EnglishPolygala Root

CategoryCalming / Shen

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