Rhubarb (Rheum palmatum / Da Huang)
Last updated: 21 Jun 2025
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Thai/Chinese Herb: Rhubarb (Rheum palmatum / Da Huang)
Characteristics:
Uses the dried rhizome as the primary medicinal part
Bitter in taste, according to both Thai and Chinese traditional medicine
Medicinal Benefits:
Aids digestion, especially helpful when the digestive system is weak or sluggish
Detoxifies the body by cleansing residual toxins from the intestines and blood
Reduces fever, particularly those caused by internal heat or toxin buildup
Revitalizes the blood, supports recovery after illness or blood loss
Additional Insight:
Rhubarb contains anthraquinone compounds such as Emodin and Rhein, which have laxative, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory effects on the gastrointestinal system.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Rhubarb (Da Huang) is a principal herb in heat-purging formulas, used to clear toxic heat from the liver, intestines, and blood.
Proper dosage is essentialexcessive use may cause diarrhea or intestinal irritation.
️ Recommended For:
Individuals with poor digestion or food stagnation
Those with internal heat-related fever or toxin accumulation
People seeking internal detox or inflammation relief in the digestive tract
Individuals needing blood replenishment and recovery after illness
Post Series Suggestion:
Feature in a themed post series:
Herbs for Detox Heat Relief Blood Recovery, paired with:
Cluster Fig (Ma Duea Chumphon) for cooling and antipyretic properties
Houttuynia cordata / Snake Jasmine for skin and inflammation detox
Indian Gooseberry (Makham Pom) for immune support and blood nourishment
Characteristics:
Uses the dried rhizome as the primary medicinal part
Bitter in taste, according to both Thai and Chinese traditional medicine
Medicinal Benefits:
Aids digestion, especially helpful when the digestive system is weak or sluggish
Detoxifies the body by cleansing residual toxins from the intestines and blood
Reduces fever, particularly those caused by internal heat or toxin buildup
Revitalizes the blood, supports recovery after illness or blood loss
Additional Insight:
Rhubarb contains anthraquinone compounds such as Emodin and Rhein, which have laxative, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory effects on the gastrointestinal system.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Rhubarb (Da Huang) is a principal herb in heat-purging formulas, used to clear toxic heat from the liver, intestines, and blood.
Proper dosage is essentialexcessive use may cause diarrhea or intestinal irritation.
️ Recommended For:
Individuals with poor digestion or food stagnation
Those with internal heat-related fever or toxin accumulation
People seeking internal detox or inflammation relief in the digestive tract
Individuals needing blood replenishment and recovery after illness
Post Series Suggestion:
Feature in a themed post series:
Herbs for Detox Heat Relief Blood Recovery, paired with:
Cluster Fig (Ma Duea Chumphon) for cooling and antipyretic properties
Houttuynia cordata / Snake Jasmine for skin and inflammation detox
Indian Gooseberry (Makham Pom) for immune support and blood nourishment
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