dong quai

dong quai definition - medical

dong quai (do͝ong kwā, kwī)

noun
A perennial aromatic herb (Angelica sinensis) native to China and Japan, having a root that is used medicinally for gynecological complaints such as premenstrual syndrome, menstrual cramps, and menopausal symptoms.

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