Description: Codonopsis, known as Dǎng Shēn in Chinese Medicine, is a classic Qì tonic often referred to as the “poor man’s ginseng” for its gentle, nourishing qualities.* It supports energy
levels without overstimulation, and is traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen and Lungs, support digestion, and aid in the production of Blood and Qì.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical Chinese Medicine, Dǎng Shēn is used to tonify Qì, particularly when deficiency leads to fatigue, poor appetite, or general weakness.* It is a key ingredient in restorative
formulas designed to rebuild strength after illness or long periods of overexertion.*
Sourcing: Sustainably wild-crafted according to Dàodì principles, ensuring optimal quality, potency, and authenticity.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Associate (Chén Yào) herb, Codonopsis strengthens Qì and supports the formula’s Blood- and Yīn-nourishing herbs—contributing to sustained vitality and supporting
the body’s ability to recover and restore.*
Description: Astragalus Root—known as Huáng Qí in Chinese Medicine—is a time-honored longevity tonic and adaptogen traditionally used to strengthen Qì, fortify the immune system, and
support overall vitality.* It is especially renowned for its role in building Wèi Qì (defensive energy), the body’s energetic barrier that protects against external stressors and illness.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Huáng Qí is valued for tonifying Qì and reinforcing the body’s natural defenses.* Often included in foundational
formulas, it supports energy, recovery, and long-term resilience—particularly during convalescence or seasonal change.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and grown in accordance with Dàodì sourcing principles, our Astragalus Root is selected for its potency, purity, and alignment with traditional standards of efficacy.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Associate (Chén Yào) herb, Astragalus Root enhances vitality, reinforces immune strength, and supports the overall Qì-tonifying and adaptive qualities of the
formula—offering broad-spectrum nourishment for everyday endurance and resilience.*
Description: Dāng Guī is one of the most important Blood-nourishing herbs in Classical Chinese Medicine. Traditionally used to build and circulate Blood, it is especially valued for supporting menstrual health,
addressing fatigue, and alleviating symptoms related to Blood deficiency or stagnation.* In addition to its Blood-tonifying actions, Dāng Guī helps promote the smooth flow of Qì, making it a harmonizing and balancing herb.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Used for centuries in Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dāng Guī is central to formulas supporting women’s health, convalescence, and general recovery.* It is known for its
ability to nourish Blood while moving it, preventing stagnation and ensuring nourishment reaches every part of the body.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and cultivated in alignment with Dàodì tradition, our Dāng Guī is selected for its purity, potency, and classical integrity.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Associate (Chén Yào) herb, Dāng Guī enhances the formula’s Blood-nourishing effects while ensuring smooth circulation—supporting the formula’s aim of replenishing
foundational vitality without stagnation.*
Description: Bái Sháo is a gentle yet powerful herb used to nourish Blood, preserve Yīn, and harmonize the Liver in Classical Chinese Medicine.* Often included to temper the effects of more warming or
Yáng-tonifying herbs, Bái Sháo brings balance and calm to a formula—both energetically and physiologically.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition:In Classical Chinese Medicine, Bái Shāo is known for soothing the Liver, easing internal tension, and preserving essential Yīn fluids.* It is traditionally used to ease muscle tension,
support healthy menstrual cycles, and prevent overstimulation in tonic formulas.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and grown according to Dàodì sourcing principles, selected for purity, potency, and classical therapeutic action.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Bái Shāo helps to protect Yīn, soften intensity, and harmonize the overall formula—ensuring that Mountain Alchemy delivers deep nourishment while
remaining balanced and gentle in its effects.*
Description: Chuān Xiōng is a key Blood-invigorating herb in Classical Chinese Medicine, traditionally used to stimulate circulation, disperse stagnation, and alleviate discomfort associated with stagnant Qì and
Blood.* It is often included in tonic formulas to ensure that nourishment reaches where it’s needed and that stagnation does not arise from rich, Yīn-tonifying herbs.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Widely used in Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chuān Xiōng is known for promoting circulation of both Qì and Blood, making it especially valuable in formulas addressing
fatigue, tension, or stagnation from deficiency.*
Sourcing: Wild-crafted and selected for its purity and potency, sourced according to traditional growing regions in alignment with Dàodì principles whenever possible.*
Parts Used: Rhizome.
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Chuān Xiōng invigorates Blood, supports the movement of Qì, and enhances the delivery and effectiveness of the formula’s nourishing and tonic
components—ensuring a smooth and harmonized therapeutic action.*
Description: Stinging Nettle Root is a well-established herb in Western Herbalism, traditionally used to support hormone balance, urinary tract function, and male reproductive health—particularly in relation to
prostate support.* In modern applications, it’s widely recognized for its role in promoting healthy endocrine system function and aging.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Used in Western Herbalism for centuries, Nettle Root is known for supporting prostate health, circulatory function, and androgenic hormone balance in men over the age of 40.* Its tonic and
balancing actions make it a valuable herb for foundational endocrine support.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and sustainably harvested to preserve purity and full-spectrum efficacy.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Stinging Nettle Root complements the adaptogenic and endocrine-supportive herbs in the formula—contributing to its ability to support endocrine system
health, reproductive vitality, and overall constitutional strength for individuals of all sexes and genders.*
Description: Tribulus is a traditional tonic herb used in both Classical Chinese Medicine (Bái Jí) and Ayurveda (Gokshura, also commonly known as Bindi) to support Liver and Kidney function, enhance
vitality, and promote reproductive health—particularly in relation to hormone balance and sexual energy.* It is often included in restorative formulas for those experiencing fatigue, diminished drive, or age-related decline in
reproductive function.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical Chinese Medicine, Bái Jí is used to tonify the Liver and Kidneys, supporting hormone balance, reproductive health, and foundational vitality.* In Ayurveda, Gokshura
is revered as a rasāyana—a rejuvenative herb used to nourish the reproductive system, support Shukra dhatu (reproductive tissue), and promote endurance, vitality, and longevity across the lifespan.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and sustainably harvested, selected for its purity and potency in alignment with traditional standards of efficacy.*
Parts Used: Fruit.
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Tribulus enhances the formula’s overall endocrine-supportive properties—helping to regulate endocrine system function, sustain reproductive health, and
promote long-term vitality, especially in the context of aging or depletion.*
Description: Rén Shēn is among the most revered Qì-tonifying herbs in Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine, traditionally used to strengthen vitality, restore energy, and support resilience during
times of stress, overwork, or illness.* In contemporary herbalism, Chinese Ginseng is recognized as a premier adaptogen—supporting balanced energy levels, cognitive function, immune defense, and overall stamina without
overstimulation.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical Chinese Medicine, Rén Shēn is known as a supreme tonic for tonifying Yuán Qì (Source Energy), supporting recovery, and preserving longevity.* It is often
included in foundational adaptogenic formulas to fortify constitutional strength and rebuild depleted energy stores following illness, aging, or exertion.*
Sourcing: Wild-crafted and harvested in alignment with traditional growing practices to ensure therapeutic potency and authenticity.*
Parts Used: Root.
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Rén Shēn amplifies the formula’s adaptogenic capacity by strengthening Qì, enhancing endurance, and reinforcing the body’s natural
resilience—particularly during times of increased stress or depletion.*
Description: Cordyceps, or Dōng Chóng Xià Cǎo, is a prized tonic functional mushroom in Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine, used to tonify the Kidneys and Lungs, support respiratory health, and
enhance stamina and vitality.* Long regarded as a longevity-promoting herb, Cordyceps is especially valued for increasing endurance and supporting recovery from exhaustion, stress, or illness.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical Chinese Medicine, Cordyceps is used to nourish Kidney Yáng, rebuild Lung Qì, and support the body’s adaptive capacity during times of strain or depletion.* It
is considered particularly effective in addressing fatigue, chronic weakness, and diminished resilience.*
Sourcing: Certified organic, using the fruiting body of Cordyceps militaris for its proven bioavailability and full-spectrum activity.*
Parts Used: Fungus (fruiting body).
Role in Formula: As an Assistant (Zuǒ Yào) herb, Cordyceps enhances stamina, nourishes vital energy, and strengthens both Lung and Kidney function—supporting the formula’s goal of building lasting
endurance and promoting resilience from the inside out.*
Description: Chén Pí, or Aged Citrus Peel, is a classic herb in Classical Chinese Medicine, used to regulate Qì, dispel dampness, and harmonize the digestive system.* Its slightly warm, aromatic
nature helps ensure that rich, nourishing herbs are properly absorbed, while preventing stagnation and promoting the smooth movement of energy throughout the body.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: In Classical Chinese Medicine, Chén Pí is traditionally used to support digestion, promote Qì flow, and guide the actions of other herbs throughout the body.* It is
especially valued in tonic formulations to prevent cloying or heaviness from Yīn- and Blood-nourishing ingredients.*
Sourcing: Wild-crafted and aged for enhanced potency and efficacy, selected in alignment with traditional Dàodì standards of maturity and quality.*
Parts Used: Peel.
Role in Formula: As an Envoy (Shǐ Yào) herb, Chén Pí harmonizes the overall actions of the formula, directs the therapeutic effects to the center and periphery, and ensures smooth assimilation of
the other herbs—enhancing both absorption and energetic balance.*