Sheng Ma (Bugbane)
Cimicifuga foetida
A TCM 'lifting' root used for sores, sore throat, and prolapse, related to black cohosh.
Traditional use (tcm): A TCM 'lifting' root used for sores, sore throat, and prolapse, related to black cohosh.
A TCM 'lifting' root used for sores, sore throat, and prolapse, related to black cohosh.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A TCM 'lifting' root used for sores, sore throat, and prolapse, related to black cohosh.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Large doses can cause nausea and headache.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Large doses can cause nausea and headache.
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.