Qi/Blood/Fluids: qi|essence

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  • Ophiocordyceps sinensis

    Botanical Overview Ophiocordyceps sinensis, commonly known as Cordyceps, Caterpillar Fungus, or Dong Chong Xia Cao, belongs to the family Ophiocordycipitaceae. It is a parasitic fungus native to the Himalayan regions including Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of China. The medicinal parts used are primarily the fruiting bodies and mycelium. Traditionally revered in Tibetan and Traditional…


  • Lepidium meyenii

    Botanical Overview Lepidium meyenii, commonly known as Maca or Peruvian ginseng, belongs to the Brassicaceae family and is native to the high Andes of Peru. The edible root is the primary part used medicinally and nutritionally. Known traditionally for its energizing and hormone-modulating properties, Maca is often utilized to support endocrine and reproductive health. Energetics…