Bai Shao is the dried white root of Paeonia lactiflora, a flowering perennial traditionally valued in Chinese medicine for nourishing blood and calming the liver. Its sedate glycosidic compounds work to regulate menstrual cycles, ease muscle tension, and restore emotional equilibrium without the warming properties of red peony.
root
decoction, powder, capsule, tincture
6–12g dried root in decoction daily; 2–3g powder twice daily
Generally safe. May interact with blood thinners.
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