
Herb Directory

Bupleurum
Alternative Name:
Bupleurum
Bupleurum (Bupleurum spp.) boasts a rich historical background, revered in ancient Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years.
Initially documented in the ancient Chinese medical text, the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing, Bupleurum was believed to harmonize and balance the body’s energy, or Qi. This balancing act was thought to be integral for overall health and well-being.
The genus includes about 190 species, primarily native to the Old World Northern Hemisphere, with one species found in North America and another in southern Africa.