Schisandra
Schisandra chinensis
A 'five-flavor' adaptogenic berry used for liver support, stamina, and stress resilience.
Traditional use (tcm): A 'five-flavor' adaptogenic berry used for liver support, stamina, and stress resilience.
A 'five-flavor' adaptogenic berry used for liver support, stamina, and stress resilience.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A 'five-flavor' adaptogenic berry used for liver support, stamina, and stress resilience.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- May affect liver-metabolized drugs; mild GI upset.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
May affect liver-metabolized drugs; mild GI upset.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.