What is cnidium officinale?
Cnidium officinale is a perennial plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to China and cultivated in China, Japan, and Korea for its roots for medicinal purposes. The dried rhizomes of Cnidium officinale are used as herbal drugs in the treatment of pain, inflammation, menstrual disturbance, and antivitamin deficiency disease, and also act as a blood pressure depressant.
What are the benefits of Cnidium herb?
Cnidium contains chemicals that might kill cancer and bacterial cells, reduce swelling (inflammation), strengthen bones, decrease itching, and increase sex drive. When taken by mouth: There isn’t enough reliable information to know if cnidium is safe. It might cause side effects such as a bitter mouth, stomach discomfort, and drowsiness.