Chinese herbs

Eucommia

Also called: du zhong

Bark of the eucommia tree.

Why people take it
Blood pressure, back pain, bones.
What the evidence says
Small studies only.
How it is usually taken
Usually as tea or 1 to 3 g of bark extract.
Be careful
May add to blood pressure medicines.
Medicines it can interact with
May add to blood pressure medicines.

Other chinese herbs

Dong quaiHorny goat weedSchisandraJujubeChrysanthemum teaGynostemmaRehmanniaPolygonum multiflorumPuerariaPanax notoginsengAmerican ginsengEjiaoPearl powderHawthorn berry (shanzha)Monk fruit

Common questions

What is Eucommia?

Bark of the eucommia tree.

Why do people take Eucommia?

Blood pressure, back pain, bones.

Does Eucommia work?

Small studies only.

How much Eucommia do people take?

Usually as tea or 1 to 3 g of bark extract.

Is Eucommia safe?

May add to blood pressure medicines.

Does Eucommia interact with medicines?

May add to blood pressure medicines.

Sources and further reading

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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