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This product is the dried root and rhizome of the Crassulaceae plant, the large-flowered Rose-Boot (Rhodiola crenulata). It is mostly distributed in the cold regions of the Northern Hemisphere, predominantly growing in alpine screes or under shrubbery at altitudes of approximately 3500 to 5000 meters. There are 73 species on the mainland, with Tibet accounting for 32 species and 2 varieties. Over two hundred varieties of Rose-Boot have been confirmed, among which more than twenty are commonly used in traditional Asian medicine, such as the small-flowered Rose-Boot, large-flowered Rose-Boot, rose Rose-Boot, and sacred Rose-Boot. Particularly, the rose Rose-Boot has been extensively studied.

bubble_chart Morphological Characteristics

Perennial herb, 10-20 cm tall. Root stout, conical, fleshy, brownish-yellow, with numerous fibrous roots at the root neck. Rhizome short, thick, cylindrical, covered with numerous imbricate scale-like leaves. Several flower stalks emerge from the leaf axils at the top of the stem, with fleshy leaves on both the upper and lower parts of the flower stalks. Leaf blades elliptical, margins serrated, apex sharp, base wedge-shaped, nearly sessile. Cyme terminal, flowers red. Harvested from July to September.

bubble_chart Properties and Meridians

Sweet and bitter, neutral. Act on lung and heart meridians.

bubble_chart Efficacy

Tonifying qi, activating blood circulation, unblocking meridians, and relieving asthma.

bubble_chart Indications

Qi deficiency and blood stasis, chest obstruction, stroke hemiplegia, fatigue and panting.

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1. The Shennong Bencao Jing lists Rose-Boot as a top-grade medicinal, stating that consuming Rose-Boot can lighten the body, tonify qi, prolong life without aging, and is non-toxic even with frequent or long-term use. It can nourish the kidneys, regulate qi and nourish blood, and is primarily used to treat general lack of strength, chest tightness, etc. It also has the effects of invigorating the blood to stop bleeding, clearing the lung and stopping coughing, reducing fever, and stopping leukorrhea.
2. The Sibu Yidian describes it as "neutral in nature, astringent in taste, good at moistening the lungs, capable of nourishing the kidneys, regulating qi and nourishing blood. It is primarily used to treat general lack of strength, chest tightness, nausea, and physical weakness."
3. The "Crystalline Lens Materia Medica" states that "Rose-Boot invigorates the blood, clears the lungs, stops coughing, reduces fever, and relieves pain. It is used to treat pneumonia, bronchitis, physical weakness, general lack of strength, chest tightness, difficulty in breathing, and purplish lips and palms."
4. The Ming Dynasty's Li Shi-zhen's Bencao Gangmu records that "Rose-Boot, a top-grade in Benjing, dispels evil malign qi and replenishes various deficiencies," and is "rare among known tonics."
5. The Qianjin Yifang states, "Jingtian tastes bitter and sour, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It primarily treats severe heat and sores, body heat and irritability, evil malign qi, various parasitic toxins, scabs, cold and heat migratory impediment, and various deficiencies. The flower primarily treats women's fistula disease with red and white discharge, clears the body, improves vision, and with long-term use, it can lead to spiritual immortality."
6. The "Modern Practical Chinese Medicinals Quality Control Technology" and the "Complete Collection of Chinese Medicinals" volume record: Rose-Boot "functions and indications: clearing heat and removing toxins, drying dampness. Used for lung heat, warm febrile disease, and swelling of the limbs."
7. The Comprehensive Dictionary of Chinese Medicine records: Rose-Boot "cold in nature, sweet and astringent in taste. Invigorates the blood to stop bleeding, clears the lung and stops coughing. Treats hemoptysis, hemoptysis, and pneumonia cough."
8. The "Modern Practical Materia Medica" states that it has seven effects, namely "1. Central inhibitory effect. 2. Anti-fatigue effect. 3. Cardiotonic effect. 4. Anti-inflammatory effect. 5. Inhibitory effect on blood sugar elevation. 6. Anti-oxidation effect. 7. Anti-microwave radiation effect."
9. The "Tibetan Commonly Used Chinese Herbal Medicine": Rose-Boot also has the effects of invigorating the blood to stop bleeding, clearing the lung and stopping coughing, reducing fever, and stopping leukorrhea. It is primarily used to treat hemoptysis, pneumonia cough, and women's leucorrhea.

bubble_chart Usage and Dosage

3～6g.

bubble_chart Modern Pharmacology

1. Anti-hypoxia and anti-fatigue: It can rapidly enhance the binding capacity of hemoglobin to oxygen, increase blood oxygen saturation, reduce the body's oxygen consumption, enhance exercise endurance, and alleviate post-exercise fatigue. [Experiment] Male mice (weighing around 20g) were selected and trained, then injected intraperitoneally with 0.4 mg/g body weight, compared with a saline control group. The climbing pole time was recorded, showing significant differences. Observations in the swimming test with pillbugs indicated that the medicated group performed better than the control group.
2. Antibacterial effect: Rose-Boot contains a significant amount of scopolamine and kaempferol, which have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It also has a high tannin content, which is astringent and protective on mucous membranes, reducing excessive secretions and stopping excessive bleeding. It is effective against coughs and phlegm caused by lung inflammation and increased leucorrhea in women.
3. Analgesic effect: [Experiment] Using the mouse shaking cage method, a mouse activity frame and lever were used, and a fast drum was activated to record mouse activity. Rose-Boot extract (400mg/kg) and saline (control group) were injected intraperitoneally. Results showed that the medicated group significantly inhibited mouse activity (p<0.001)。
4. Anti-radiation effect: It significantly inhibits the production of LPO (lipid peroxide) in the heart and liver caused by radiation, protecting lipids and cell membranes.
5. Anti-aging effect: It significantly increases the activity of SOD (superoxide dismutase) in the body, scavenges free radicals, and inhibits the generation of lipid peroxides.
6. Bidirectional regulation of the endocrine system: It bidirectionally regulates the secretion of adrenal hormones and sex hormones.

Rose-Boot, as a newly discovered adaptogen-like tonic in recent years, has been extensively studied abroad. The Pharmacological Committee of the former Soviet Ministry of Health classified Rose-Boot as a Ginseng-type stimulant and an "adaptogen" drug, clinically used for anti-fatigue, enhancing physical and mental labor functions, neural Guanneng disorders, hypotonia syndrome, diabetes, and anemia.