It is difficult to find if you don't have a well stocked herbalist in your neighborhood, so ordering through amazon is a great convenience. The flavor has a slight astringent bitterness to it, which i actually do like.

It's to the point where it is no longer bothersome. I take it for my allergies, as it keeps the swelling down in my sinus cavities, thus preventing a sinus infection. It is also great for urinary tract.

The main thing that i like about it is that it is slowing the graying. It also promises to darken and restore hair.

Alittle goes a very long way. It has helped a shoulder tendonitis injury heal much faster. It no longer clumps when mixed with another dry powder item.

In tcm, this herb is considered for nourishing the liver and kidneys and in purifying the blood. I only have one kidney, and have been taking fo-* extract daily for about 2 years, as recommended by a chinese herbalist.

The powder is all over the place, goes everywhere, is messy and doesnt want to dissolve. This herb has risks associated with it that far outway any benefit. When i used this my body reacted negatively to this brand. Does not dissolve—tried everything....  Read More

Location they list on their website is a shell front. Did not impact grey hairs.

When i ordered it for the 2nd time it looks like i got a knock off. The 2nd order just tastes like coffee.