Magnolia Flower Bud vs Cang Er Zi

TCM herb made from the dried flower buds used specifically to open the nasal passages, treat nasal congestion, sinusitis, and rhinitis. A specific remedy for nose conditions.

TCM herb for nasal congestion and rhinitis; warming herb that opens nasal orifices.

magnolol, honokiol, cineole, beta-pinene

xanthanolides, xanthatin, carboxyatractyloside, xanthostrumarin, alkaloids

Treat nasal congestion, Sinusitis relief, Allergic rhinitis, Open nasal passages in TCM

rhinitis, nasal congestion, sinusitis, headache, wind-damp arthralgia

Decongestant, Anti-inflammatory, Antiallergic, Antimicrobial

anti-allergic rhinitis, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

3-9g dried flower bud decoction or 300mg extract daily

3-9g dried fruit or 300mg extract daily

Yin deficiency heat, Avoid in excess heat patterns

blood deficiency, pregnancy, liver disease

GI upset, Dryness if overused

hepatotoxic at high doses, rash