Ningpo Figwort (Xuan Shen)
Scrophularia ningpoensis
A cooling, moistening root used for sore throat, swollen glands, and dry constipation.
Traditional use (tcm): A cooling, moistening root used for sore throat, swollen glands, and dry constipation.
A cooling, moistening root used for sore throat, swollen glands, and dry constipation.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A cooling, moistening root used for sore throat, swollen glands, and dry constipation.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Avoid with loose stools; traditional cooling herb.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Avoid with loose stools; traditional cooling herb.
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.