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[ 4200 ]Rehmannia glutinosa

Rehmannia Root Cooked, Cut

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Rehmannia glutinosa
plant overview
yellow earth of china

Rehmannia is a flowering, perennial plant that is native to China and sometimes called Chinese foxglove. What is Rehmannia root? Although this member of the jasmine family bears attractive foliage and flowers, it is widely cultivated for the Rehmannia root, which is sold on the market as raw or “cooked.” The latter, which is the traditional method of preparation in China, means that the roots were cured in a special marinade made from black beans. Dried Rehmannia root is used to produce tinctures and extracts, often in combination with other Chinese herbs. Along with tinctures and extracts, there are many Rehmannia root tea benefits that are said to help kidney function. Customers may buy Rehmannia root in ¼ pound and full pound quantities.

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01.
A Bit of Botany

a little botanical information on rehmannia

description
Rehmannia glutinosa is a perennial of the Phrymaceae family. Rehmannia grows to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in) and is hardy to zone 9. It is in flower in the spring from April to June, though its seeds ripen from May through July. The flowers are hermaphrodite (meaning they have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by insects. Rehmannia has a similar appearance to foxglove—most of its leaves are produced at ground level under yellow to purplish-brown flowers.

common names & nomenclature
In the Chinese common name gān dì huáng, gān means "dried".

Also known as:
chinese foxglove, ti huang chiu, sheng di huang (yellow earth), gān dì huáng, di huang, sheng di, sheng ti huang, shu ti huang, ti huang

Rehmannia, the yellow earth of china

02.
Where in the World

habitat and range for rehmannia

Rehmannia glutinous is native to China and grown in cultivation as ornamental garden plants in Europe and North America.

03.
Cultivation & Harvesting

considerations for growing and harvesting rehmannia

climate
Rehmannia grows along roadsides on well-draining stony ground. It is also found in woods, on mountain slopes and trail sides. It grows in elevations ranging from near sea level up to 1100 meters (3600 feet).

soil
Rehmannia requires a light freely-draining humus-rich loam, and prefers a neutral to acid sandy soil.

growing
Sow seeds in a greenhouse in the autumn or in the spring. Transplant out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on for at least their first winter in a greenhouse. Plant them out in late spring or early summer.

Division can be done in spring or root cuttings can be done in winter. Basal cuttings can be taken in the late spring or in the early summer.

When the shoots are about 8-10cm above the ground, harvest the shoots with plenty of underground stem. Pot them up into individual pots and keep them in light shade in a cold frame or greenhouse until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the summer.

harvesting
Harvesting roots of cultivated plants occurs in the autumn or in early winter; whereas harvesting roots of wild plants are done in early spring. Rehmannia root can be used fresh or dried for later use. Some suggest to boil the root 9 times if preparing a cooked version.

preserving
Store dried rehmannia root pieces in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

04.
The Rest of the Story

additional information

revitalize your body with rehmannia root
Rehmannia root is an herb you may not have used before, but it has many uses for the body that can help you to feel healthier, happier, and revitalized. It has positive effects on the blood, liver, and women’s health. It’s one herb you’ll want to have at the ready in your supply.

Rehmannia root is thought to help strengthen the liver. It can actually be used as a companion to licorice root to treat hepatitis—a viral disease that doesn’t have many treatment options in Western medicine. But even if you don’t suffer from hepatitis, this herb could help you to have better liver function. It will help to remove toxins from the liver, which can assist you in a variety of ways.

When the liver is able to detoxify, it can do its job much better. It will help you to have more energy, control your weight, and give you support when your body is hit with toxins through diet and environment.

If you want to have a healthy heart, rehmannia may also be a good addition to your routine. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women over the age of 50. No matter what age you are, you’ll benefit from this herb, which can help to lower your cholesterol and even lower your blood pressure.

In addition to lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol, there’s some scientific evidence that rehmannia root can help you to control blood sugar. This can help to prevent the onset of type II diabetes and can even help to control it once you’ve been diagnosed.

Some new research also shows that rehmannia root can help to support you throughout the process of menopause. It can help to stimulate hormones in the body and prevent problems such as hot flashes and bone loss. This is a great supplement for someone who wants to avoid the dangers of hormone replacement therapy, but doesn’t want to fight the symptoms of menopause.

If you have a fever, rehmannia root can also help you to get your body temperature back to normal. It actually helps to cool the body and allow you to get back to normal quickly. It works so well with this because it works as a diuretic.

Rehmannia has long been used as a tonic that helps strengthen the body and provide overall health and wellness. You may want to try it today and enjoy its ability to help rejuvenate the body.

Formulas & recipes
Rehmannia root uses
The root of the Rehmannia plant is the only part that is harvested and used. There are many Rehmannia root benefits, as it is high in Vitamins A, B, C, and D as well as some antioxidant compounds. Rehmannia root is most often used to make teas, tonics, and tinctures, usually in addition to ginger root and other popular herb roots. Rehmannia root extract is also a common and easy way to ingest the herb by adding just a few drops to water or any kind of beverage.

Rehmannia root tea recipe
-Add 2 teaspoons of Rehmannia herb to a tea bag
-Pour 1 cup of boiled water over the tea bag
-Let steep for 7-9 minutes
-Add honey and enjoy

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