Bupleurum Species: Scientific Evaluation and Clinical Applications

Book Overview

"The prominence of the Bupleurum species cannot be overstated. Across China and Japan, it serves as a main or supplementary ingredient in over two thirds of traditional medications. For over 2000 years, it has been used to treat fevers, intestinal maladies, malaria, and countless other afflictions. Modern research indicates that it may possess anti-tumor qualities, and researchers continue to report its impact on a wide range of ailments, from...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0849392659
• ISBN13: 9780849392658
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.2" x 10.2"