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Codonopsis (Codonopsis pilosula)

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Codonopsis is a hardy perennial climbing vine in the Campanulaceae family with beautiful bell like flowers that bees and other pollinators love.

A commonly used plant in Traditional Chinese Medicine, known as Dang Shen, or poor man’s Ginseng, this plant is said to have similar effects to Ginseng but less stimulating. Dang Shen is touted to help nourish Yin, tonify the spleen, assist digestive function and is superior at supporting respiratory ailments by helping clear excessive mucus from the lungs. Dan Shen holds a valuable place in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a plant that tonifies Qi.

In the west we identify Codonopsis as an adaptogen. Adaptogens are substances (usually plants) that help us to tolerate and adapt to stressors and are often restorative to various systems in the body. Codonopsis is said to help bring balance to our system by addressing excess adrenaline. Codonopsis’ main actions are on the lungs, spleen and stomach.  It can also help boost overall wellbeing.



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