Product: Dong Quai, Cut Latin Name: Angelica sinensis syn. Angelica polymorpha sinensis. Plant Family: Apiaceae Other Names: Chinese Angelica, Angélique Chinoise, Angélique de Chine, Dang Gui, Danggui, Danguia, Kinesisk Kvan, Ligustilides, Tang Kuei, Tan Kue Bai Zhi Tanggwi, Tok. Description: Dong quai is a perennial herb upright herb native to China and Japan with smooth, erect stems which reach a height of up to 2 metres. The lower leaves are tripinnate the upper leaves are simple, opposite, pinnate, deeply lobed and oval-lanceolate in shape, dark glossy green in colour with purplish stems and leaf stalks (petioles) and 10-30cm in length. The inflorescences present as rayed umbellets of small white 5-petalled flowers, 3-5mm in diameter in rays of 12-36. The root is deeply divided with a dark brown outer 'bark' layer the inner root is white and fleshy. Brief History: Dong quai was used by ancient Chinese herbalists over 2,000 years ago to treat female problems and as a tonic herb it became known as the Female Ginseng. Despite this long history the herb didn't become used until the later 19th century when a leading American drug company launched an extract of angelica sinensis known as 'Eumenol' which became popular in the western world for treating gynecological conditions. SAFETY WARNING JustIngredients Limited supplies a range of products that are internationally sourced from approved suppliers. Nuts, gluten, celery and mustard are handled on our sites. Handling procedures are in place to reduce the likelihood of allergens being present, but we cannot guarantee our ingredients are totally free of traces in the products supplied. Please see the product specification for more information. LEGAL DISCLAIMER JustIngredients Limited supplies a range of products that are internationally sourced from approved suppliers. Nuts, gluten, celery and mustard are handled on JustIngredients Limited's websites. Handling procedures are in place to reduce the likelihood of allergens being present, but JustIngredients Limited cannot guarantee its ingredients are totally free of traces in the products supplied. Please see the product specification for more information. If in doubt, please email at technical JustIngredients website. BOX CONTAINS Don Quai cut 500g LOOSE (Pack of 1) See moreWe only source the highest standard products and by purchg from source, we can pass these saving on to our customers. We are passionate about culinary and botanical ingredients, seeking out the best herbs and spices from the top producers around the world. We are JustIngredients! A young and vibrant business, aiming to provide the UK and European markets with Quality Ingredients. Shelf life of up to two years provided that goods are stored in an airtight container in ambient conditions. See pack for details.