Schisandra Chinensis: An Herb of North Eastern China Origin

by Jun Yin, Chuixin Qin, Kam-Ming Ko

Book Overview

This book provides a comprehensive but concise account of the commonly used herb in Chinese medicine, Schisandra chinensis (五味子). Of the six chapters covering botanical properties to product development, special emphasis is placed on recent pharmacological studies on active ingredients such as schisandrin B and schisandrin, as well as the integrative approach adopted in product development.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9814635928
• ISBN13: 9789814635929
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.9"