• A+
• A+
• A+

Adjust font size

GuideWisdom™

This WisdomCard managed by: Chris Miller

Bupleurum is a medicinal root that originates from East Asia. It is traditionally used for infections, fever, hemorrhoids and indigestion.¹ Studies show effectiveness to relieve symptoms of hepatitis. Although it has many uses, further studies are being done to identify other possible medical uses. Consulting with a health care professional is necessary before using bupleurum.²

Fast Facts:

• --It has been widely used for over 2,000 years in Asia.³
• --It is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding mothers.²
• --It may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with some drugs and herbs.³

Top Resources on Bupleurum

• Natural Standard (via Healthline): Bupleurum
• Aetna InteliHealth: Bupleurum (Bupleurum Chinense, Bupleurum Falcatum)
• Wikipedia: Bupleurum Chinense
• Herbs2000: Bupleurum
• P. Zangari: Bupleurum Root
• Truestar Health: Bupleurum
• Viable Herbal Solutions: Bupleurum Root
• Plants For A Future: Bupleurum Falcatum
• Healthnotes: Bupleurum

Related WisdomCards

• Coleus
• Alfalfa
• Bilberry
• Bitter Almond
• Blessed Thistle
• Creatine
• Danshen
• Betel Nut
• Bitter Melon

GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ Wikipedia: Bupleurum Chinense
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1} Aetna InteliHealth: Bupleurum (Bupleurum Chinense, Bupleurum Falcatum)
3. ↑ ^{3.0 3.1} Natural Standard (via Healthline): Bupleurum

User Recommended Links for Bupleurum

Are we missing any great links? Please Login or Register to be the first to add to this list of recommended links to help others and improve this WisdomCard.