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Botanical & Identity

Botanical Name

Schisandra chinensis

Common Names

Schizandra, Wu Wei Zi, Five-Flavor Berry

Plant Family

Schisandraceae

Part Used

Berries

Taste Profile

Sour, sweet, bitter, pungent, salty

Energetics

Warming, harmonizing, astringent
Schizandra Berries

Summary & Classification

Short Summary

Schizandra is a renowned adaptogen used in traditional Chinese medicine for vitality, liver protection, and stress resilience. Its unique five-flavor profile reflects its broad action on multiple organ systems, especially the liver, lungs, and kidneys.

Herb Actions

nootropic, adaptogen, hepatoprotective, mild astringent

Herbal Category

adaptogenic herb, liver support

Medicine System

tcm, western

Active Ingredients

Schisandrin,
,
Schisandrol,
,
Lignans,
,
Essential oils,
,
Organic acids
.

Chemistry & Effectiveness

Active Ingredients

Mechanism of Action

Enhances mitochondrial function and antioxidant capacity; increases glutathione in the liver; modulates stress via HPA axis regulation.

Modern Applications

Used to support liver detoxification, improve mental clarity, reduce fatigue, and enhance physical endurance and stress response.

Traditional Uses & Preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM, used to nourish kidney essence, stop chronic cough, improve focus, and preserve youthfulness.

Preparation & Usage

Commonly used as a tea, tincture, capsule, or powdered berry extract.

Recommended Dosage

1–3 g dried berry/day; 500–1500 mg extract/day; tincture: 2–4 ml, up to 2x/day.

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Avoid in acute infections or when excessively overheated (e.g., fever).

Drug Interactions

May interact with liver-metabolized medications; monitor closely.

Pregnancy & Lactation

safe

Side Effects

Rare; high doses may cause restlessness or digestive upset.

Scientific & Source Info

Scientific References

– Panossian, A. et al. (2008). Adaptogens in pharmacology: Schisandra chinensis. – Liu, G.T. (1989). Hepatoprotective effects of Schizandra lignans.

Sourcing Notes

Wild-harvested or cultivated in China, Russia, and Korea. Preferred extracts are standardized to schisandrin content.

Product Linkage

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Memory and Concentration tincture

Memory and Concentration Tincture

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