Traditional medicine expert Hai Thuong Lan Ong referred to Dinh Lang (Polyscias fruticosa) as the “ginseng of the poor” because it is widely available and inexpensive in folk medicine. However, despite its affordability, Dinh Lang has numerous recognized health benefits, supported by both traditional healing practices and scientific research that has been applied in medical production.

What Diseases Can Dinh Lang Treat?

• Rheumatism, arthritis (using Dinh Lang roots)

• Cough and asthma (Dinh Lang roots)

• Hives, itching, allergies (Dinh Lang leaves)

• Blocked milk ducts in breastfeeding mothers (boiled root extract or leaf porridge)

• Body nourishment, allergy prevention (boiled root extract or Dinh Lang root wine)

• Liver cell protection, cerebral anemia, and insomnia relief

Health Benefits of Dinh Lang

✅ Brain circulation enhancement: Dinh Lang gently stimulates the cerebral cortex, synchronizing neural functions, improving cognitive processing and memory.

✅ Treats poor concentration, memory loss, nervous tension, and fatigue: Particularly effective for people with cerebral circulatory disorders, vestibular dysfunction, dizziness, insomnia, and loss of balance.

✅ Inhibits MAO enzyme, helping reduce Parkinson’s tremors. Elderly individuals suffering from hand and leg tremors have shown remarkable improvement after consuming Dinh Lang root extract.

✅ Used in Ghanaian folk medicine to treat asthma with serrated Dinh Lang leaves.

✅ Diuretic properties: In traditional medicine, Dinh Lang leaves are used to promote urination. Hypertensive patients can drink Dinh Lang leaf tea to rapidly lower blood pressure by increasing urine output.

✅ Comparable to ginseng: Studies on Dinh Lang root powder reveal that it contains 20 amino acids, including essential amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize, along with B vitamins and trace elements.

✅ High concentration of active compounds: The three-year-old roots are rich in gluxit, triterpenic saponins, and tannins.

✅ Treating blocked milk ducts: Pregnant women can consume Dinh Lang leaf porridge or boiled root extract to improve milk flow.

✅ Liver detoxification & allergy relief: Often used in traditional medicine to treat skin rashes, heat-related conditions, and detoxify the body.

✅ Rheumatic pain relief: Elderly individuals suffering from joint pain and inflammation can benefit from boiled root extracts or Dinh Lang root wine to alleviate symptoms.

✅ Preventing seizures in children: Dried Dinh Lang leaves are used as stuffing for pillows to prevent seizures in infants.

Harvesting and Usage

Dinh Lang leaves are harvested throughout the year. Mature leaves, which turn darker in color, are picked for medicinal use. Dried leaves are utilized for herbal pillows, tea, or decoctions. However, leaves are the least valued part compared to the roots, which have a higher medicinal potency.

Reliable Supplier of Dinh Lang Products

The Institute for Forestry Research and Development, specializing in scientific research and technology transfer for medicinal plants, including Dinh Lang, is a trusted supplier of 100% clean raw materials for local Dinh Lang tea bag production, a certified scientific product of Vietnam NLN&MT Joint Stock Company.

Available Products

• Dinh Lang seedlings

• Dinh Lang-derived products: Roots, stems, and tea bags

📍 Contact Information
Institute for Forestry Research and Development – University of Agriculture and Forestry
Quyet Thang Commune, Thai Nguyen City
📞 Hotline: 0976 974 560